Ahmedabad, known as the Manchester of the east, was a textile hub since 19th century. The Ahmedabad Textile Mill Association, a formidable building designed by Le Corbusier, is one of the best sites to visit for the textile enthusiasts. Built on the bank of river Sabarmati, it stands tall with its testimony to the thriving textile business of Ahmedabad. The calico textile museum is one of the most celebrated textile museums in the world. It houses a huge collection pichhwais, jain art objects, Indian miniature paintings, etc. Ahmedabad had a thriving block printing and tie-dye cottage industries; however, the dye workers prefer screen printing over that nowadays. The wood block carvers of Ahmedabad are a must visit site for block printing enthusiasts. Wooden blocks are evened with a smooth, silken texture and patterns are drawn with geometric precision. Using knife, chisel, drills, etc, beautiful patterns are etched on its surface indicating traditional motifs as well as contemporary, mainstream designs. City-walk through the old city and its intricacies is the best way to experience the thriving cloth markets of Ahmedabad. The complex architecture, beautiful monuments and pol structures of the world heritage city leaves a lasting impression on an onlooker.