Teen Darwaza heritage sites in Ahmedabad a Legendary gateway
Teen Darwaza Today I started my day at the Heritage sites in Ahmedabad Teen Darwaza. These three doors used to attract me a lot because the door is very busy during the day, so I have come here at 7 o’clock in the morning, I saw these three doors very close for the first time. I had come out many times but I never felt the legacy of this door. Today was a great day for me and I have understood the history of this door, so let me tell you about this famous Teen Darwaja of Heritage sites in Ahmedabad. About Teen Darwaja The Teen Darwaja is located to…
Bhadra Fort and Bhadra kali temple in 600 years old walled city
Bhadra Fort The Bhadra Fort has fourteen minarets, eight gates and two large gates making it an intricate fort. It is an architectural marvel. Ahmad Shah 1 had laid its foundation in 1411 and it was completed in 1415.This fort was spread over 43 acres, this impressive fort was used as the royal court. To enter this grand fort, Ahmed Shah 1 had built a historic gateway called Teen Darwaja to its eastern side. It was main entrance to come to the large ground in front of this fort, which was called Maidan-Shah. Maidan-Shah This was an open area in which many dates and palm trees were planted. The path…
Adalaj stepwell – Queen Rudabai story|History review & Timing
Ancient Time The Adalaj stepwell having a well know story of Rudabai. The step well established in approx 1498 in the memory of Rana veer Singh. The construction had started by Rana Veer Singh of the Vaghela dynasty of Dandai Desh. The Muslim king Mahmud Begada has killed Rana veer singh in a war. Later on, The Queen Rudabai had completed this step well with the help of the Muslim King in some conditions. Architecture The Adalaj stepwell is almost five stories deep. It has been build by red stone Each floor is spacious enough to provide for people to congregate. The stepwell was dug deep to access groundwater at…
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque a famous place history and review
About Sidi Saiyyed Mosque This mosque is one of the most famous mosques of Ahmedabad. The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, popularly known as Sidi Saiyyed Ni Jali. It was built by Sidi Saiyyed in the retinue of Bilal Jhajar Khan, general in the army of the last Sultan Shams-ud-Din Muzaffar Shah III of the Gujarat Sultanate. It is situated in the heart of the 600-year-old walled city of Ahmedabad. The design of the mosque is entirely in the arcuate system of construction. It is consist of arches, domes, squinches, and vaults. The mosque is set up like a theatre without a fourth wall, celebrated for the intricately carved filigree work on…
Champaner a place for Marvelles Monuments
About Champaner Champaner is a historical city near Vadodara in Gujarat. It is located in the Panchmahal district almost 47 kilometers from the city of Vadodara. It is famous for its good architecture, Masjid, and temples of lord sati. Ancient Time It was founded by Vanraj Chavda, the most prominent king of the Chavda Dynasty in the 8th century. He named it after the name of his friend and general Champa, later on, named Champaner. It is today the site of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, which UNESCO designated a World Heritage Site in 2004. My experience IF you are looking place for pre-wedding shoot. Then this is the right place…
Sabarmati Ashram Ahmedabad|Gandhi Ashram
Sabarmati Ashram Sabarmati Ashram also is known as Gandhi ashram. It is located on the banks of the River Sabarmati currently riverfront in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This was one of the many residences of Mahatma Gandhi who lived at Sabarmati and Sevagram. He stayed in Sabarmati and Wardha for a total of twelve years along with his wife Kasturba Gandhi and followers including Vinoba Bhave. It is also famous that Gandhi led the Dandi march also known as the Salt Satyagraha on 12 March 1930. Further In recognition of the important influence that this march had on the Indian independence movement. Because of its significance, the Indian government has established the…
Jal Mahal in Jaipur History- top attraction, Timing & how to reach
Jal Mahal in Jaipur History/information Jal Mahal is a water palace located in the pink city of Jaipur. it is believed that Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh built this beautiful jal mahal in 1799. The palace and the lake around it were renovated and enlarged in the 18th century by Maharaja Jai Singha II of Amber. What to see Jal Mahal is one of the best mahals in Jaipur. You should definitely visit this palace whenever you are visiting Jaipur. We reached the place in the evening. The entry of the mahal is permanently closed. the mahal was situated beside the main road. it was easily visible from the road. we clicked…
Jantar Mantar at Jaipur is an India unique monument
Jantar Mantar at Jaipur Jantar Mantar at Jaipur was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur kingdom had built five astronomical observatories in India. These observatories were built between the years 1724 to 1734. The first observatory was built at Delhi in 1724. The Jaipur Observatory was built in 1734 by Maharaja Jai Singh. About jantar mantar at Jaipur These observatories known as Jantar Mantar, Jaipur Observatory are considered to be very accurate. These are unique structures that measure astronomical measurements and time. These structures are unique and one of a kind. The world’s largest stone sundial is a…
Hawa Mahal in Jaipur – Palace of Winds, a unique mahal, History reviews and timing
Hawa Mahal in Jaipur Means ‘Palace of Winds’ Hawa Mahal in Jaipur is an iconic architecture that is situated near Badi choppad in the pink city of Jaipur city. This iconic palace is very famous for its honeycomb architecture. The specialty of this architecture is that it allows the cool air to pass through the palace, so that the temperature of this palace in summer feel cool Hawa Mahal History Hawa Mahal was built in the year 1799 by Kachhwaha Rajput Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, who was the grandson of Sawai Man Singh. This architecture was inspired by Maharaj Pratap Singh from Jhunjhunu’s Khetri Mahal. Its architect was Lalchand Ustad, under…
Udaipur city – a City of lakes, History- top attraction, Timing & how to reach
Udaipur city Udaipur city I would like to tell you that Udaipur is a dream destination for me. It is famous for its history, culture, scenic locations, and the Rajput-era palaces. It is popularly known as the “City of Lakes” Because of its sophisticated lake system. Often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’. I have read an article on this about 20 years ago. It has seven lakes surrounding the city. Five of the major lakes, namely Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangsagar and Doodh Talai Lake. It is prominent for its historic forts and palaces, museums and galleries. Furthermore, it has natural locations and…
