Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Location: Ahmedabad

Inception: 1573

Architectural style: Islamic architecture

Part of: Historic City of Ahmadabad

GPS coordinates: 23.02694,72.58111

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:23