Sidi Bashir Mosque, Mosque with twin minarets in Ahmedabad, India.
Sidi Bashir Mosque is a monument in Ahmedabad featuring two tall minarets connected by a central gateway. Each minaret displays three tiers of ornately carved balconies that define the structure's appearance.
The structure was built in 1452 and suffered severe damage during a conflict in 1753 between the Marathas and Mughal governor. The gateway and the two minarets survived this period and remain standing today.
The mosque represents Islamic building traditions from Gujarat, where local craftsmanship met engineering practices of that era. The carved details on the minarets show how regional stonemasons shaped the design.
The monument sits near Ahmedabad Junction railway station and is easily accessible from outside. While the minarets are closed to visitors, the exterior and gateway can be viewed freely.
A striking physical phenomenon occurs when one minaret is made to shake – the other minaret vibrates in response while the connecting passage stays still. This puzzling reaction remains unexplained.
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