Wajihuddin's Tomb, Indo-Islamic tomb in Khanpur, Ahmedabad, India.
Wajihuddin's Tomb is an Indo-Islamic mausoleum in Khanpur, Ahmedabad, with a large central dome rising above smaller domes around it. Perforated stone screens and geometric patterns cover the exterior, while an underground water chamber lies beneath the main structure.
The mausoleum was commissioned between 1606 and 1609 during Emperor Jahangir's reign to honor the Sufi saint Wajihuddin Alvi. It was built during a period when Ahmedabad became an important center for Mughal architectural development.
The tomb shows how Islamic architectural traditions blended with local building techniques from Gujarat. You can see these influences in the decorative patterns and construction methods throughout the structure.
You can explore the underground water chamber through the main entrance beneath the structure. The site is most enjoyable to visit early in the day when there are fewer people around.
The underground water in the cistern is revered by believers for its healing properties and has maintained the same water level for centuries. This constant water supply became a mystery to locals and turned the tomb into a place of spiritual significance.
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