• The district of Paldi, in the city of Ahmedabad, India is a center for Gujarati Indian cultural activities, including diverse ethnic and religious traditions. The festival of Uttarayan is a kite flying day on January 14th and15th every year. Navaratri is a popular folk dance celebration, and Deepavali is the festival of lights. Paldi is also steeped in rich culinary traditions, and a popular meal here would be a Gujarati thali, which consists of dal, shaak, rotli, and rice with pickle and papads. Paldi is particularly famous for its embroidery shops.
  
  

Hotel Platinum

• Known for its luxury banquet rooms, conference halls and modern accommodations, the Hotel Platinum is a popular location for celebrations. The hotel has over 35 deluxe rooms, and offers complimentary wireless Internet, dry fruit, mineral water and breakfast. There is an on-site restaurant offering various cuisines for lunch, dinner and snacks. The nearby Vishalla restaurant offers traditional Gujarati dining.
  
  

Hotel Pinnacle

• Close to many popular attractions such as the Shaking Minarets and the Hatheesing Jain Temple, the Hotel Pinnacle offers economy, deluxe and executive rooms, as well as suites. The hotel's amenities include 24-hour room service, same-day laundry, free Internet, postal and currency exchange, parking, tourist travel and tour arrangements and a doctor on call. Complimentary airport transportation is available, along with 24-hour check out. Visit the Dhua restaurant for Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails, and stop by Havmore Ice Cream parlor to taste Indian ice cream for dessert.
  
  

Le Méridien Ahmedabad

• With six floors and 63 rooms, Le Méridien Ahmedabad is located in the historic Old City district and overlooks the Sabarmati River. Ten minutes away from the shaking Minarets and Ghandi's residence, this hotel offers luxury at a reasonable price. The on-site Waterfall restaurant serves international and Jain cuisines for breakfast, brunch buffet, lunch and dinner. Hotel amenities include a swimming pool, room service and a fitness facility. For a formal Indian dining experience, visit Agashiye at The House of MG.