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The mosque dates from 1513; and construction was carried out over 25 years. [4] It is one of the most notable monuments built by Sultan Mahmud Begada.The Mughal architecture is said to have drawn from the architecture of the Sultanates, which is a blend of Jain religious connotations and workmanship with Muslim ethos; the large domes are indicative of such a mix.
Jama Masjid. Jami Masjid is located about 150 feet (46 m) east of the city walls (Jahdnpandh).It dates to 1513; construction was carried out over 125 years. [9] The mosque is a place of pilgrimage for those who seek blessings from the pir who is buried in one corner of the mosque gardens. [10]
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This mosque was built in Champaner during the time of Mahmud Begada, as were several other masjids, such as the Bawaman, Ek Minar, Jama, Khajuri, Nagina, and Shahar Ki. The Kevada is notable because of its mausoleum. The masjid has many mehrabs, all intricately carved.
Pavagadh temple has a controversial history as 15th century king Sultan Mahmud Begda, who ruled Champaner, where the temple is located, is said to have destroyed the "shikhar" or spire of the temple. During that time a shrine "Sadanshah Pir Dargah" was said to have been built in the 11th century temple complex.
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Sultan Begada also built a magnificent Jama Masjid in Champaner, which ranks amongst the finest architectural edifices in Gujarat. It is an imposing structure on a high plinth , with a central dome, two minarets 30 meters in height, 172 pillars, seven mihrabs , and carved entrance gates with fine latticed windows called "jalis".
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