Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Mosque in Ahmedabad, India.
Description
Sidi Saiyyed Mosque is a mosque in Ahmedabad, India, featuring ten carved stone lattice windows with intricate patterns. The windows display intertwined trees, branches, and palm fronds carved into arches of yellow sandstone.
History
Built in 1573 by Sidi Saiyyed, an African-origin nobleman, this mosque represents the final architectural work of the Gujarat Sultanate before the Mughal invasion. It marks the end of an architectural era in the region.
Culture
The central lattice window design became the symbol of Ahmedabad and influenced the logo of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. This motif carries deep meaning for the city's visual identity.
Practical
The building remains open throughout the day and night, though parking near the site can be difficult and requires planning ahead. Visitors should allow time to admire the architectural details and window carvings closely.
Did you know?
During British colonial rule, the building served as an administrative office for the Mamlatdar of Dascrohi and underwent structural changes. These modifications left visible marks on the structure that remain today.
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