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Pavagadh Fort

Laid by the Mughal ruler, Mahmud Begda in the 10th century, the ancient fort of Pavgadha is the oldest piece of architecture in Champaner. This hilltop fortress from the Solanki era is an integral part of the Pavagadh hill landscape. Among the numerous archaic Hindu and Jain temples here, the famous Lakulish Temple in the Mauliya plateau is the earliest religious site. Many Nagara temples between the 1200s and the 1400s are also found here.

Located en route to the Kalika Mata Temple, these Jain temples are believed to have been discovered and revered by Tolemi, the Greek geographer in 140 AD. Surfaced during the time of the 20th Tirthankara, these temples have been through constant destruction and renovation between the 800 AD and the late 1930s Two prominent temples comprise the elaborate umbrella of the Pavagadh Tirth. Dedicated to Shri Parshvanath Bhagwan and Shri Chintamani Parshvanath Bhagwan, these temples are located on the hilltop and foothill of Pavagadh respectively. These white embellished shrines citing respective deities in a seated lotus position also house a designated space for food and stay called the Bhojanshala and Dharamshala respectively. Although in ruins, these temples have fairly evident architectural elements including rock carvings on their walls alongside porches and a dome-like structure called the Shikara. Read More

Jami Masjid, also known as Jama Masjid of Champaner is located about 150 feet (46 m) east of the city walls. Dating back to the 15th century, it is widely considered as one of the finest mosques in western India. Along with modern techniques of architecture, this mosque also reflects how the architects used modern techniques to cultivate rainwater harvesting systems. One of the minarets is a tad bit damaged. This is not because it has been worn out but because of an intentional gun firing in 1812 by a Scindia Governor named Patankar. The monument has some very majestic artwork on its symmetric pillars and all this has been conserved very well. Read More

Built between the 900 and 1000s, the Kalika Mata Tempe is the oldest and the most celebrated temple in the vicinity of the Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park. This hilltop temple of Kalika Mata is dedicated to the Hindu goddess, Maa Kali, also known as the Great Black Mother. A part of the Champaner-Pavagadh UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Kalila Mata Temple is listed amongst the 52 Shaktipeethas in India.

Kevada Masjid was constructed amid a lot of greenery and open spaces, which is not the most common thing in Islam. The most interesting part about this mosque is its mausoleum and the globe shaped domes. The entrance of the Kevada Masjid is also flanked by two tall minarets. It was built under the regime of Mahmud Begada during the 15th century. It is worth giving a visit, due to the highly unusual location of the monument.

Lakulisa temple sits calmly atop the Pavagadh hill. This temple dates back to the 10th century and was constructed by Lakulisa, who was the founder of Pashupata Shaivism which was one of the oldest and prominent Shaivite schools. Lakulisa temple mainly lies in ruins now, one can notice how the intricate sculptures of Dakshinamurthy Shiva, Ganesha and Gajantaka Shiva are very prominent in this temple. Most of the upper half of the temple has fallen off, though what remains back of this ancient temple still gives one an idea of the exquisite Hindu architectural techniques. Read More

Lila Gumbaj Ki Masjid is situated on a high pedestal and has a facade with a vaulted entrance at the centre and is accompanied by two other lateral arches on both its sides. The central dome is a formation of equispaced minarets clubbed with horizontal cornices and mouldings. Of the three domes, the one in the centre has a fluted design and is colourful. Initially, three entrances existed on the east, south, and north sides. On the north-east corner, there is a rectangular ablution tank with a deep drain in front Read More

This splendid two storied edifice is located about 0.75 miles (1.21 km) to the south of the citadel. Nagina Masjid is also known as the Jewel mosque because Nagina translates to jewel in English and is constructed in pure white marble. The mosque also boasts of intricately designed minarets. One can see three large domes are seen over the main prayer hall (a two-storied structure with balcony), which are built over decorative columns and windows and also stone pulverization on the building's pillars. Read More