Historical Monuments to Visit in Ahmedabad
6 Historical Monuments to Visit in Ahmedabad
Bhadra Fort Sarkhej Roza Shah-e-Alam's Roza Rani no Hajiro The Pols Adalaj Step Well
Bhadra Fort, Ahmedabad
Situated in the walled city area of Ahmedabad, near the eastern banks of Sabarmati River, Bhadra Fort was built by Ahmad Shah. Famous as the cultural center of the city, this colossal fort stands out with its imposing red stone architecture and lush gardens. It houses beautifully carved royal palaces, mosques, gates, and open spaces where you can witness intricate carvings, excellent lattice pattern works, and fascinating frescos suits. The fort derived its name from Bhadrakali temple which is also located on the premises. The Arches at the entry gate has inscriptions that exhibit the ancient history of the fort.
AddressCourt Road, Ahmedabad
Place TypeMonument - Forts & Tombs
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeBhadra Fort opening and closing timings is 08:00 AM – 06:00 PM.
Opening DaysThe Fort is open on all days of the week.
Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Sarkhej Roza, Ahmedabad
A fine reflection of rich Islamic culture with amazing stylistic influences from Persia with Indian Hindu and Jain features Sarkhej Roza exhibits a splendid Indo-Saracenic architectural style. Located at Post Jeevraj Park, Sarkhej Makarba Road, Makarba, Ahmedabad, Sarkhej Roza is an Islamic place of sacred worship and is known for its history, spirituality and, reverence. The impressive monument includes a splendid mosque, mausoleums housing the tombs of Saint Ahmed Khattu Ganj Baksh, King Mohammad Shah Begada, and his queen.
AddressSarkhej Makarba Road, AhmedabadPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, ParentsEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeSarkhej Roza opening and closing timings is 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM.Opening DaysSarkhej Roza is open on all days of the week.Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April
Shah-e-Alam's Roza, Ahmedabad
Shah-e- Alam Roza is a popular and medieval mosque also known as Rasulabad Dargah. It houses Shah e Alam's tomb complex with two mausoleums and Jama’at Khana. The main part of this Dargah is surrounded by a lofty and a bastioned wall. The majestic mosque has a trophy construction with an arch-shaped gate on the entrance with an impressive line of arch-shaped windows and pure white marble beautifully carved jalis. The mausoleums were built by Taj Kham Narpali popularly known as Shah-e- Alam Roza and are located near Shah Alam Darwaza at Sha Alam Road.
AddressShah Alam Road, AhmedabadPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Solo, ParentsEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeShah-e-Alam's Roza opening and closing timings is 04:00 AM – 10:30 PM.Opening DaysShah-e-Alam's Roza is open on all days of the week.Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Rani no Hajiro, Ahmedabad
Located near Manek Chowk, Gandhi Road, Khadia, Ahmedabad, Rani no Hajiro is popularly known as Mughalai Bibi's Tomb or Tombs of Ahmed Shah's Queens. The tomb has an ornate gateway, an open courtyard enclosed by a magnificent trellised cloister with carved stone screens on the walls. The tombs are beautifully embellished with fine intricate carvings and are inlaid with pure mother-of-pearl and metal. The tombs are covered with rich brocade fabric. The architecture is an amazing blend of Hindu, Jain, and Islamic style.
AddressManek Chowk, AhmedabadPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, ParentsEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeRani no Hajiro opening and closing timings is 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM.Opening DaysRani no Hajiro is open on all days of the week.Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
The Pols, Ahmedabad
Almost 360 pols within a compound are an exceptional feature of the old walled city in Ahmedabad, where tourists can enjoy morning heritage walk. Many of the pols were built between 100 to 300 years ago and the oldest one was being aptly titled ‘Mahurat Pol’. Built adjacent to Manekchowk most of the multi-story houses here are in steps, to provide a greater shelter area for the cattle to rest on during the rains or the scorching heat. Some pols contain old beautiful houses with internal courts having intricate wooden carved facades with columns and fresco work done around court walls or ceilings and a fascinating underground Jain temple.
AddressMultiple, AhmedabadPlace TypeSightseeing - Palace & LandmarksBest forFriends, Solo, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeIt is always open, you explore it with a walk around the city.Opening Days-Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Adalaj Step Well, Ahmedabad
Adalaj Step Well is an excellent example of Indo-Islamic architecture exhibiting a mélange of Hindu craftsmanship and the geometric pattern of Islamic architecture with exquisite stone carving and embellishments. It was built in 1498 in sandstone in the famous Solanki architectural style. Adalaj stepwell is five stories deep, octagonal at the top, built on a beautifully carved large number of pillars. There are a series of platforms and galleries built on the side of the stepwell. Flight of the steps leading to the circular tank, entrance pavilion at the ground level, and well at the lowest level. Every floor is spacious and offers ample space for people to congregate.
AddressAdalaj, AhmedabadPlace TypeMonument - Palace & LandmarksBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeGeneral (Above 12 years of age) - ₹25/- for Indians and Foreigners (per person) - ₹300/-Opening timeAdalaj Step Well opening and closing timings is 06:00 AM – 06:00 PM.Opening DaysThe Well is open on all days of the week.Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, DecemberEXPLORE PLACES IN AHMEDABAD BY CATEGORY:
