Although small but very attractive, Ahmed Shah mosque lies
west of Bhadra citadel. The mosque was built in 1414 A.D. by Ahmed
Shah, the founder of the city. It is believed that the ruler built
this mosque on the site of a Hindu temple, using some parts of the
temple in its construction.
This exclusive mosque was a place of worship for nobles and royal
blood. The 'Mehrabs' (prayer halls) here, have been ornately
designed with black and white marbles. There is a separate place of
worship for women. Towards the north east corner, upstairs, 'Zenana'
is the women chamber for worship.
The tombs of Ahmed Shah and his queens lay outside the eastern gate
of the Jama Masjid. This edifice is one of the first mosque in
Ahmedabad and is a must visit.
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