Pavagadh Fort of Gujarat is a popular tourist spot of the city. It represents the rich cultural heritage of the city of Gujarat. The exquisite architecture of the fort attracts tourists in large numbers from various corners of the country and abroad.
Location: Pavagadh Fort is situated atop a hill in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The hills near Pavagadh form a rocky terrain.
When to visit: The best time to visit Ahmedabad, the city that houses Pavagadh Fort, is between October and March.
How to reach: Pavagadh Fort in Gujarat is easily accessible from the cities of Vadodara and Ahmedabad. Mumbai, Delhi and major cities of India are connected to Ahmedabad by air. Ahmedabad is also linked to Muscat, London, and New York. The airport lies 10 kilometer to the northeast of Ahmedabad. Auto rickshaws, taxis, rented cars, and tourist buses are basic means of communication.
Must-sees in Pavagadh Fort
- The structure of Makai Kota, where the rulers of Pavagadh stored their grains
- The ruins of Patai Rawal Palace
- Naulakha Kotha mansion
- History about Pavagadh Fort: Sultan Muhammad Beghada, an Indian ruler, contemplated that it would not be easy to vanquish the fortifications of Pavagadh Fort. Hence, he built a city near Pavagadh Fort, which is now known as Champaner. He did so to siege Pavagadh Fort.
Last Updated on : 30 September 2011
