Architectural Tour
Description
The tour focuses on the places that are modern architecture landmarks of the city and built by famous architects.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The city museum is a museum designed by the Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier. It was named Museum of Knowledge during the design stage and was originally a part of a large complex of Cultural Centre of Ahmedabad. The design also included an exhibition area for theatre, but out of the whole plan, the only museum was built. Its foundation stone was laid on 9 April 1954. Housed in Sansakar Kendra is a city museum depicting history, art, culture, textile, antiquity, and architecture of Ahmedabad and also to nurture and restore the ethos, pride and value of Ahmedabad. Another Patang Kite Museum is there which includes a collection of kites, photographs, and other artifacts.
Hussain Doshi Gufa (cave) is an underground art gallery designed by renowned architect B V Doshi and displays the works of the famous Indian painter, M.F.Hussain. It has been given the name Gufa, as its structural design resembles a cave. The gallery houses Husain's largest painting, the 100-foot-long, 'Sheshnag', which merges into metal sculpture. It's located on University Road, Ahmedabad
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What's included
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
