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Bapunagar
Bapunagar is a neighbourhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is in the eastern part of the city, in the Bpunagr ward.
Bapunagar at a Glance
Why Bapunagar?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Sidi Bashir Mosque
- Qutbuddin Mosque
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
- Achut Bibi's Mosque
- Rani Rupamati's Mosque
- Hutheesing Jain Temple
Bapunagar at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Sidi Bashir Mosque: The Sidi Bashir Mosque is a former Sufi mosque, now in partial ruins in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Only the central gateway and two minarets survive; they are known as the Jhulta Minar or Shaking Minarets.
- Qutbuddin Mosque: The Qutbuddin Mosque, formally the Qutb al-Din Shah Mosque, is a former mosque, now in partial ruins, built in 1449 in the Old City of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial: The Moti Shahi Mahal is a palace built by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan between 1616 and 1623, when he was still a prince.
- Achut Bibi's Mosque: The Achut Bibi's Mosque, also known as the Achut Bibi's Mosque and Tomb, and locally as the Shahi Masjid, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex, located on the bank of Sabarmati River in Dudheshwar, Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
- Rani Rupamati's Mosque: Rani Rupamati's Mosque, also known as Rani Rupavati's Mosque or Mirzapur Queen's Mosque, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex in the Mirzapur area of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
- Hutheesing Jain Temple: Hutheesing Temple is a Jain temple in Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. It was constructed in 1848 by the Hutheesing family.
Sightseeing Places
- Sidi Bashir Mosque: The Sidi Bashir Mosque is a former Sufi mosque, now in partial ruins in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Only the central gateway and two minarets survive; they are known as the Jhulta Minar or Shaking Minarets.
- Qutbuddin Mosque: The Qutbuddin Mosque, formally the Qutb al-Din Shah Mosque, is a former mosque, now in partial ruins, built in 1449 in the Old City of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial: The Moti Shahi Mahal is a palace built by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan between 1616 and 1623, when he was still a prince.
- Achut Bibi's Mosque: The Achut Bibi's Mosque, also known as the Achut Bibi's Mosque and Tomb, and locally as the Shahi Masjid, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex, located on the bank of Sabarmati River in Dudheshwar, Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
- Rani Rupamati's Mosque: Rani Rupamati's Mosque, also known as Rani Rupavati's Mosque or Mirzapur Queen's Mosque, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex in the Mirzapur area of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
- Hutheesing Jain Temple: Hutheesing Temple is a Jain temple in Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. It was constructed in 1848 by the Hutheesing family.
Places That Define Bapunagar
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Sidi Bashir Mosque
The Sidi Bashir Mosque is a former Sufi mosque, now in partial ruins in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. Only the central gateway and two minarets survive; they are known as the Jhulta Minar or Shaking Minarets.
Qutbuddin Mosque
The Qutbuddin Mosque, formally the Qutb al-Din Shah Mosque, is a former mosque, now in partial ruins, built in 1449 in the Old City of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
The Moti Shahi Mahal is a palace built by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan between 1616 and 1623, when he was still a prince.
Achut Bibi's Mosque
The Achut Bibi's Mosque, also known as the Achut Bibi's Mosque and Tomb, and locally as the Shahi Masjid, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex, located on the bank of Sabarmati River in Dudheshwar, Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
Rani Rupamati's Mosque
Rani Rupamati's Mosque, also known as Rani Rupavati's Mosque or Mirzapur Queen's Mosque, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex in the Mirzapur area of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
Hutheesing Jain Temple
Hutheesing Temple is a Jain temple in Ahmedabad in Gujarat, India. It was constructed in 1848 by the Hutheesing family.
Camp Hanuman Temple
The Shree Camp Hanuman Temple is one of the biggest Hanuman temples in India. It is situated in Ahmedabad Cantonment in Shahibaug, Ahmedabad in the Indian state of Gujarat.
Shahpur Mosque
The Shahpur Mosque, also known as Shahpur Paththarwali Masjid or Kazi Mohammed Chishti's Mosque, is a Sufi mosque located near Shahpur Gate in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
Miya Khan Chishti's Mosque
The Miya Khan Chishti's Mosque, or more correctly, the Miya Khan Chishti's Mosque and Tomb, is a Sufi mosque and dargah complex, located on the bank of Sabarmati River in the Shahibaug area of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
Rani Sipri's Mosque
Rani Sipri's Mosque, also known locally as Masjid-e-nagina, and formerly known as Rani Asni's Mosque, is a mosque in the walled city of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat in India. The structure is a Monument of National Importance.
Ahmad Shah's Tomb
Ahmad Shah's Tomb, locally known as Badshah no Hajiro or Raja no Hajiro (King's Mausoleum), is a medieval mosque and the group of tombs in Ahmedabad, India. Ahmad Shah's tomb is situated close to Jama Mosque and Manek Chowk.
Mohammed Ghous Mosque
The Mohammed Ghous Mosque, also known as the Mosque of Muhammad Ghous Gwaliori or Shattari or the Ek Toda Mosque, is a Sufi mosque, located in the Sarangpur area of Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 4 km from Bapunagar.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Asarva Junction railway station, about 2 km from central Bapunagar.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Bapunagar (Apr, May, Jun) averages 28–40°C with about 15 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Bapunagar (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–33°C with about 231 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Bapunagar (Oct, Nov) averages 23–32°C with about 50 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Bapunagar (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 18–30°C with about 1 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 40°C and lows of 28°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Bapunagar is a neighbourhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is in the eastern part of the city, in the Bpunagr ward.
- Overview: Bapunagar is a neighbourhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is in the eastern part of the city, in the Bpunagr ward. Its name derives from the word bapu, which refers to Gandhi, who was popularly called bapu, or 'father'.
- Ancient History: Bapunagar was established in the early 1960s as a residential area for the poor mill workers, when Ahmedabad was a flourishing textile centre. Many of these mills had closed by the late 1980s, reducing the now unemployed mill workers to home businesses, such as making incense sticks or candles. The present day detergent giant Nirma began as just one such home industry; the owner started by making household detergents and selling them door to door.
Architecture Guide
- Summary: Bapunagar is a neighbourhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is in the eastern part of the city, in the Bpunagr ward.
- Overview: Bapunagar is a neighbourhood in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is in the eastern part of the city, in the Bpunagr ward. Its name derives from the word bapu, which refers to Gandhi, who was popularly called bapu, or 'father'.
- Architectural Style: Maleksaban, or Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium, was the first sports stadium in Ahmedabad, but due to insufficient use and funding, it was converted into a sports complex, Sardar Patel Stadium. It is occasionally used for military drills and informal cricket games. Built in the 1450s, Malik Saban Roza is currently occupied by multiple residents.
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Significance
Bapunagar was established in the early 1960s as a residential area for the poor mill workers, when Ahmedabad was a flourishing textile centre. Many of these mills had closed by the late 1980s, reducing the now unemployed mill workers to home businesses, such as making incense sticks or candles.
Spiritual Significance
Bapunagar was established in the early 1960s as a residential area for the poor mill workers, when Ahmedabad was a flourishing textile centre. Many of these mills had closed by the late 1980s, reducing the now unemployed mill workers to home businesses, such as making incense sticks or candles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bapunagar is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 42°C) and the wettest months are July, August and September.
The nearest airport is Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 4 km away. The nearest railway station is Asarva Junction railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Sidi Bashir Mosque, Qutbuddin Mosque, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial, Achut Bibi's Mosque, Rani Rupamati's Mosque and Hutheesing Jain Temple.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 27°C to 42°C over the year, with about 844 mm of rain in total.
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