Historiske monumenter i Ahmedabad

Historical Monuments

Ahmedabad’s historical landscape is defined by its Indo-Islamic architecture, ranging from the foundation bastion of Manek Burj to the intricate stone latticework of the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque. This collection features the 15th-century mausoleum of city founder Ahmad Shah, the expansive Sarkhej Roza complex, and traditional stepwells like the L-shaped Amritavarshini Vav. The list also highlights the city’s fortified heritage through surviving gates like Kalupur and Prem Darwaza, alongside colonial-era Dutch and Armenian cemeteries.

Historical Monuments – Kart

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A

Sidi Saiyad Mosque

The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, popularly known as Sidi Saiyyid ni Jali locally, built in 1572–73 AD, is one of the most famous mosques of …

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B

Amritavarshini Vav

Amritavarshini Vav, also known as Panchkuva Stepwell or Katkhuni Vav, is a stepwell near the Panchkuva Darwaja in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

C

Azam and Muazzam Khan's Tomb

A 17th-century brick mausoleum in Vasna built for two Persian brothers who served as architects and officials.

D

Tomb of Ahmad Shah

Known as Raja no Hajiro, this 15th-century mausoleum houses the remains of Ahmedabad's founder, Sultan Ahmad Shah I, alongside his son and grandson.

E

Manek Burj

The foundation bastion of the city walls built in 1411. Located on the Sabarmati River, it marks the site where the city's first stone was laid.

F

Sarkhej Roza

A 15th-century mosque and tomb complex dedicated to Sufi saint Shaikh Ahmed Ganj Baksh. It features a fusion of Islamic and Hindu architectural styles around a large tank.

G

Jethabhai's Stepwell

Jethabhai's Stepwell or Jethabhai ni Vav, is a stepwell in Isanpur area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

H

Mughli Bibi's Tomb

A 15th-century tomb dedicated to the wife of Muhammad Shah II and mother of Mahmud Begada, located near the royal necropolis.

I

Panch Kua Dawaza

Constructed in 1881 to improve access to the railway station, this gate features three distinct arches and is named for five nearby wells.

J

Prem Darwaza

A historic gate connecting the old walled city to northern suburbs, originally dating to the Sultanate period and later rebuilt.

K

Kalupur Darwaza

One of the main entry points to the walled city near the central railway station, featuring traditional arched architecture.

L

Dutch and Armenian Tombs

A 17th-century cemetery in the Kankaria area featuring ornate mausoleums of Dutch and Armenian merchants with a blend of European and local architectural elements.

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