About
Sabarmati Ashram stands on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, in the Indian state of Gujarat. It was once the home of Mahatma Gandhi and is also known as the Gandhi Ashram or Satyagraha Ashram. Today it operates as a museum that presents Gandhi's life and philosophy, and it is one of the best-known heritage sites in the city.
What to expect
The ashram is best visited as a slow, reflective walk rather than a quick stop. Its buildings and grounds trace the daily life of the community Gandhi built here, and the museum displays help visitors understand the ideas that guided him, particularly his commitment to nonviolent resistance, or satyagraha.
- Exhibits focused on Gandhi's life and his philosophy
- The former residence and the surrounding ashram grounds
- A setting beside the Sabarmati River
Its place in history
The ashram is the starting point of the historic Salt March of 1930, when Gandhi set out from here in protest against the salt laws. For many visitors, knowing this makes the site feel closely tied to the wider story of India's independence movement.
Around the ashram
Sabarmati Ashram sits within Ahmedabad, a city with a long history and a lively mix of old and new. Visitors interested in the city's heritage can combine a visit here with other sights in the area, making it a natural part of a day exploring Ahmedabad and Gujarat.
For visiting details, you can call the ashram at +91-79-2755-7277. The ashram is located at Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380027, India.