Unusual Ahmedabad Ni Gufa a painting house of M F Hussain
Ahmedabad Ni Gufa History/information Ahmedabad Ni Gufa is an underground art gallery in Ahmedabad, India. Designed by the architect Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, it exhibits works of the Indian artist Maqbool Fida Husain. The gallery represents a unique juxtaposition of architecture and art. Architecture of Ahmedabad in Gufa The gallery space is below ground level. A partially hidden staircase leads to a circular door that opens into a cave-like space. Though designed to display paintings, the cave has no straight walls, instead of using a continuation of the curved dome structure which extends down to the floor. The domes themselves are supported by irregularly shaped inclined columns, similar to those found…
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…
Manek Chowk in Ahmedabad – Paradise for night street food
? Subscribe Us for travel and food videos ? About Manek Chowk in ahmedabad The Manek chow in Ahmedabad is a well-known location for night street food. Manek Chowk is a jewelry market during the day time. At night the jewelry market is converted into a food stall. The place is surrounded by many historical places. The Rani no Haziro just one side of the Manek Chowk and another side, There is Badsha no Haziro that is just adjacent to jama masjid. Manek Chowk in ahmedabad is very famous for its late-night food stalls. The markets turn into an amazing street food stall center after 9:00 pm, It ends approx till…
Seva Cafe in Ahmedabad is a Unique Restaurant based on Gift -Economic Concept
Seva cafe in Ahmedabad with gift economy concept The Seva cafe in Ahmedabad is one of the unique restaurants. It is situated near Shopper’s Plaza. This is one of the most famous cafe in Ahmedabad. The cafe functions on the concept of a gift economy. Actually, the right meaning of this cafe is that to make people happy and distribute happiness among all of them. It allows them to sit and have a meal together or by sharing it with others. About Seva cafe The Seva Cafe in Ahmedabad was established in 2006 by Manav Sadhna, an NGO founded by John Silliphant and Jayesh Patel. The concept is based on…
Hutheesing Jain Temple history timing & entry fees
About Hutheesing Jain temple If you are planning to visit a Jain temple then for sure you should visit Hutheesing Jain temple in Ahmedabad. Hutheesing Temple was constructed approximately in 1848 by Shet Hathising a wealthy Ahmedabad trader. The construction was supervised and completed by his wife Shethani Harkunvar. The total cost was approximately Rs. 10 lakh rs. It is dedicated to the 15th Jain Tirthankara, Shri Dharmanatha This temple has a double-storied building. The Moolnayak is marble image of the 15th Tirthankara, Lord Dharamnath. The main temple has a small garbhagruh (main shrine). It has 52 small shrines dedicated to the various Tirthankars. The temple has a unique Manastambha…
Science City Ahmedabad perfect place for an evening Reviews & Timing
Science City Ahmedabad Gujrat Science city is a very popular place in Ahmedabad. It is located in the Hebatpur. The science city is a must-visit place in Ahmedabad. It includes a number of attraction points related to science or nature. At the entrance, there is a map indicating the attraction spots. There were scientists and their information written on the boards. The first place which I visited was the Imax 3d theatre. This theatre has a number of movies related to nature and science. There are extra charges to visit this theatre that is, 125 rs per person. The next destination where I jumped was Planet Earth Pavilion which…
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…
Vechaar museum – Utensil Museum in Ahmedabad
About Vechaar museum Vishalla is known for Gujrati food one of the famous thali in Ahmedabad, Gujrat. It represents Indian culture and tradition in its village-like environment with its museum of old utensils known as Vechaar. The museum established on 27 April 1981 after the three of Vishalla formed. Vechaar is the only museum of its kind in the world, displaying such a precious collection of utensils. Utensil Museum The Vechaar museum is included in one of the strange museums. This museum has a number of utensils so it is often known as the vechaar utensils. The museum consists of many types of unique utensils as mentioned, different types of…
Pavagadh mandir Shaktipeeth of Mahakali Mahakali Mandir renovation in 2021
About Pavagadh Mandir Pavagadh mandir is a small hill on which Shakti Peetha of goddess Kalika Mata is there. Basically, it is a holy place for Hindus. It is Municipality in the Panchmahal district about 46 kilometers away from Vadodara in Gujarat. It is known for a famous Mahakali temple. The temple is situated at the top of the hill. The journey seems difficult but you can catch Ropeways to make it easier. Mandir renovation in 2021 I visited the Mahakali mandir at the start of 2021. During my visit, I found a mandir under renovation and that was not known to me. The older mandir is being modified as…
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…
