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    Dose of culture

    Oct 04, 2019 2 minutes

    Out of AHMEDABAD (186km)

    Explore stunning architecture in Champaner, Gujarat

    hile a lot of India’s Islamic architecture is from the Mughal era, there are some remnants from before that time too. Champaner in Gujarat was declared the capital of Pavagadh kingdom by Mahmud Begeda, grandson of Ahmed Shah of Ahmedabad, back in 1484, after he defeated the last Rajput king of. The best view over the city can be had from atop the minar of Kevda Masjid. Saherki-Masjid is a great example of the blending of Islamic and Indian architectural styles. There are hundreds of monuments like these scattered across the entire city and the Pavagadh mountain. If history is your thing, Champaner will keep you engaged for a weekend or more.

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