Sidi Saiyad Mosque

The ashram - which was founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1915 - is arguably the biggest tourist attraction. It lies on the serene stretch of the Sabarmati river and was referred to as the Satyagraha Ashram during the lifetime of the Mahatma. It was from here, in 1930, that the Mahatma began his famous 'Dandi March' to protest against the Salt Tax imposed by the British. One can see the three wise monkeys and many more of Gandhiji's teachings at the premises. The ashram today continues the work started by him and has a handicrafts centre, a handmade paper factory and a spinning wheel factory. The humble cottage where Gandhiji lived 'Hridaya Kunj' - is now a small museum displaying his few possessions. It is preserved as a National Monument. In addition to this there is the Gandhi Memorial Centre, a Library and a Sound-and-Light show that offers an interesting display of the Mahatma's life and teachings.