Rani Sipri's Mosque
Rani sipri's mosque is located in Ahmadabad , Gujarat. This mosque is built in 1514 by Queen sipri , the Hindu wife of Mahmud Begda , a sultan who ruled Gujarat. It is also known as masjid-e-nagina ( jewel of mosque ) because of the intricate jali carvings on its walls. The queen commissioned this mosque in 1514 when her husband executed their son for some misdemeanor. After her death , the queen was buried in this mosque. Inside , there is also a jenana , a separate area for woman to worship.
Rani sipri's mosque also known as rani sipri ni masjid or masjid-e-nagina , formerly known as rani asni's mosque , is a medievel mosque in Ahmadabad. Apart from the jama masjid , old Ahmadabad has over 50 smaller mosques dating all the way back to the 15th and 16 centuries. Of these , the most elegant one is rani sipri mosque located close to astodia Gate. Discover the perfect blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture style of the mosque. This 50 feet high , 20 feet broad and 54 feet long mosque has beautifully carved interiors. The jali screen work that includes flowing plants and trees in the prime attraction of this monument.
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