From Housing World's 1st UNESCO Heritage City To Its 'Tree Of Life,' 8 Fascinating Facts About Ahmedabad, Gujarat

1. World's 1st UNESCO World Heritage City

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2. Food Culture

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3. Sabarmati Ashram

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4. Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

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5. Manek Chowk

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6. Adalaj Stepwell

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7. Law Garden Night Market

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8. Unique Pol houses

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