Champaner -Archaeological Park

Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park in Champaner, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, represents a perfect blend of Hindu-Moslem architecture, mainly in the Great Mosque (Jami Masjid), which was a replica for later mosque architecture in India. This special style comes from the noteworthy period of regional sultanates. The Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is an ideal example of a very short lived capital, making the best use of its setting, topography and natural features. It is quite exposed due to abandonment, forest takeover and modern life. Besides, is a place of worship and continuous pilgrimage for Hindu believers.

The site was declared a world heritage site in 2004. Champaner Pavagadh Archeological Park, Champaner features a number of archaeological and historic sites that are yet to be excavated along with living cultural heritage structures. The sites comprises of a hill fortress of an early Hindu capital from the 16th century in the state of Gujarat complete with palaces, temples, residential precincts, agricultural structures and water installations. These structures belong to the period ranging from 8th to 14th centuries. Thousands of pilgrims visit the auspicious Kalikamata Temple atop the Pavagadh Hill to pay their homage to the Goddess. The site is quite imperative for studying pre-Mughal Islamic history, as it is the only complete city from that time that hasn't undergone any transformations later.

History of Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park- Pavagadh Archeological Park is located in the Western Indian state of Gujarat. The data sheet is dubbed in history within its ruins. This site, located forty seven kilometers northeast of Vadodara, is a magnificent historical confluence, displaying 1,200 years of history and culture. It is believed to bear evidence of the Indian Puranic ages, the Rajput saga, the glory of the supremacy of the Marathas, the Islamic influences and finally bears testimony to the British occupation within its remains.

Description to Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park- On visiting Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park Park, you shall explore the ancient Hindu palace and temple architectural styles, the special water retaining installations of that time that were used to battle the scarcity of water and the religious, military and agricultural structures that suit the 16th century capital of the region constructed by Mehmud Begda. These structures help to fill the gaps in Indian history and present a harmonious intermingle of Hindu-Muslim architecture. It is a place of worship for Hindus and presents significant historical mysteries to the archaeologists. Tour to Gujarat will take you to this historical pilgrim site.