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History
Sarkhej Roza, one of the most magnificent places of worship, attracts a large number of people who come to witness its unique architecture. A significant Muslim landmark in Makarba, it delivers a sense of tranquilly to all visitors.
For a long time, Hindus ruled Sarkhej hamlet and were mostly interested in weaving and dying. Ahmed Khattu Ganj Baksh, Sultan Ahmed Shah's advisor and close friend, was a prominent Sufi saint who remained here for a long time during his latter years. He is reported to have lived until 1445, ]he died at the age of 111. Sultan Muhammad Shah II built a mausoleum and mosque in honour of the Saint at this location, which was finished by his son Qutbuddin Ahmed Shah II in 1451 AD.
Architecture
Visitors can visit the Baradari in the open courtyard after entering through the main gate. The exquisite structure is supported by sixteen pillars and features nine domes. The Archaeological Survey of India rebuilt it after it was destroyed in the earthquake of 2001.
The Sarkhej Roza is an amazing monument and one of the best examples of Indo-Saracenic architecture. It contains the tombs of Saint Ahmed Khattu Ganj Baksh, King Mohammad Shah Begada, and his queen, and is known as the Acropolis of Ahmedabad. The Mausoleum of Saint Ganj Baksh, popularly known as Dargah, stands at a height of 105 feet and is Gujarat's largest. The dargah has a beautiful dome with a peepal leaf on top, making it an auspicious location. Small tombs of the saint's pupils are also housed in the Dargah, including Ganj Baksh's spiritual heir, Sheikh Salahuddin.
Activities
- Devotees can visit the mosque and pray.
- You can click photos and record videos outside of the mosque.
- Then you can explore the whole Sarkhej Roza and get to know about the history.
Tips for visiting
Best time to visit
Nearby Atractions
- Vechaar Museum
- Vastrapur Lake
- ISKCON Ahmedabad
- Law Garden
- Sabarmati Riverfront
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Khan Market: This market is famous for its electronic stores that have every kind of electronic accessories.
- MekMart: This market has almost everything you require in your daily life but at a wholesale rate.
- Hearty Mart SuperMarket: This supermarket provides you with good quality food products, fresh as well as frozen.
Nearby Hotels
- HOTEL MARIGOLD
- Hotel Royal
- HOTEL COMFORT
- HOTEL SERKHEJ RESIDENCY
- Rajyash Rise
Interesting Facts About Sarkhej Roza
The Pesh Imam spoken during the prayers resonates all the way to the end of the sacred site, which is a remarkable detail about the sacred location. The Masjid contains carved pillars and ornate latticework, as well as an open courtyard.
