Descripción del sitio
This marker is part of an extended History of Islamic Architecture
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Jamii Masjid
1424
Bahmanid
Built in 1424 by Bhamani ruler Ahmad Shah I (1411-1442), the Jami Masjid of Ahmedabad was probably the largest mosque constructed on the Indian subcontinent at the time. Conceived as part of the emperor's grandiose urban vision, the mosque lies to the south of a royal processional way that travels eastward from the Maidan-i Shah and the triple gateway known as Teen Darwaza. The central nave rises up to three stories in height and is overlooked by balconies from the central gallery enclosed by perforated screens.
Columns in the prayer hall
Interior view of the prayer hall from gallery level
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