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'''Gujarat''', in western [[India]], is a hub of commerce and culture. Gandhinagar is its capital, while Ahmedabad is a major economic center.
'''Gujarat''', in western India, is a hub of commerce and culture. Gandhinagar is its capital, while Ahmedabad is a major economic center.


== Geography and Economy ==
== Geography and Economy ==
Gujarat's landscape includes the Rann of Kutch desert and fertile plains. It leads in industries like textiles, petrochemicals, and diamond polishing, with a strong port economy at Mundra, connecting to [[Rajasthan]] and [[Maharashtra]].
Gujarat’s landscape includes the Rann of Kutch desert and fertile plains. It leads in industries like textiles, petrochemicals, and diamond polishing, with a strong port economy at Mundra.


== Culture and Festivals ==
== Culture and Festivals ==

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Gujarat, in western India, is a hub of commerce and culture. Gandhinagar is its capital, while Ahmedabad is a major economic center.

Geography and Economy

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Gujarat’s landscape includes the Rann of Kutch desert and fertile plains. It leads in industries like textiles, petrochemicals, and diamond polishing, with a strong port economy at Mundra.

Culture and Festivals

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Gujarati culture shines in festivals like Navratri, featuring garba dances. The Gujarati language and cuisine, with dishes like dhokla and thepla, are widely cherished.

Historical Significance

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Gujarat is home to the ancient Indus Valley site of Dholavira and Sabarmati Ashram, linked to Mahatma Gandhi, making it a key historical and spiritual destination.