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History
Ahmed Shah, the founder of Ahmedabad, constructed the Bhadra Fort in 1411 AD, which was named after the nearby Bhadrakali temple. The Bhadra fort is also called the Aark Fort as it covers an area of 44 acres. From the years 1411 to 1442, Ahmed Shah ruled the Gujarat Sultanate.
In 1817, the British conquered the fort and used it as a jail until the country gained independence. The fort was rebuilt in 2014 by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and the Archaeological Survey of India. Visitors can get an insight into the life of the city's founder by wandering inside the beautiful Fort. It is said that the Goddess of Wealth, Lakshmi, visited the famed fort and blessed the Sultan with the promise that the city will always be prosperous.
Architecture
The interesting fort is an architectural masterpiece, with fourteen towers or minarets, eight gates, and two enormous apertures. During Ahmed Shah's reign, this magnificent fort was used as a royal court. An ancient gateway known as Teen Darwaza was built on the eastern flank of the magnificent fort as an entrance leading to the royal square known as Maidan-Shah. It was an open field with several dates and palm trees that served as the location for the royal games and processions.
The road across the Triple Gateway, which is also known as the Teen Darwaza, leads to Manek Chowk, a mercantile plaza. A royal palace, gorgeous Nagina Baugh, Maidan-Shah, and a royal Ahmed Shah's Mosque are all located in this spectacular city location.
Activities
- In the Fort, important national holidays like Independence Day and Republic Day are commemorated.
- You can take photos and record videos there.
- You can just spend a lazy day here, chilling with a book and some music enjoying a breezy evening.
Tips for visiting
- The parking lot is a long way from the fort. So be prepared to walk a bit.
- A shopping centre is located near the fort. At the market, haggle as much as you can.
- The Bhadra plaza may be seen from the top of the fort and the view around is lively and pleasing to the eyes.
Best time to visit
The best season to visit Ahmedabad is from October to March when the weather is mild and pleasant for driving around the city. Summer begins in March and lasts until May when the daily temperature reaches a maximum of 30 degrees, which is ideal for sightseeing. This is a great time to visit the city, and there are a lot of events and activities going on, such as the International Kite Festival in January.
Nearby Atractions
- Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
- Jama Masjid
- Sabarmati Riverfront
- Teen Darwaza
- Kankinara lake
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Bhadrakali Mandir Market: this market is famous for traditional clothing.
- Royal Market: This market is famous for different kinds of mobile phones at a wholesale rate.
- Laal Darwaza Market: Buzzing street market with many vendors offering clothing, electronics & local street food.
- Khas Bazar: Clothing, shoes, accessories, and household items can all be found in these stores. Even the poor and middle classes can afford it.
Nearby Hotels
- Hotel Ahmedabad Inn
- Hotel Alka Inn
- Hotel City Inn
- Hotel Maple Inn
- Hotel Volga
Interesting Facts About Bhadra Fort
- Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's logo includes Teen Darwaza (AMC)
- A farman, or royal order, dated 1812 and written on Teen Darwaza declares equal rights to women in inheriting family property.
- According to legend, Laxmi, the Goddess of Wealth, sought to leave Bhadra Fort ages ago. Khwaja Siddique Kotwal, the fort's watchman, instructed her to wait until he returned. To prevent the Goddess from ever leaving the fort, he went to Ahmad Shah and decapitated himself. In honour of his sacrifice, a lamp has been blazing in one of the gateway niches for almost 600 years.
