Sarkhej Mosque and Utensils Museum - Ahmedabad

4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Ahmedabad, the commercial hub of the West Indian state of Gujarat is situated on the banks of the River Sabarmati. It is India’s first UNESCO World Heritage city and is the cradle of Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violence movement. On this afternoon excursion visit the Sarkhej Roza mosque and tomb complex situated just outside the city of Ahmedabad. Spend some time walking along the banks of the River Sabarmati and end your trip with a visit to the Utensils museum.

Highlights

Sarkhej Roza Mosque and Tombs Complex
Promenade on the banks of River Sabarmati
Utensils Museum

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food or drink, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Sarkhej Roja

2 hours Admission included

You will be picked up from your hotel in the afternoon and driven to the 15th century mosque and tomb complex of Sarkhej Roza situated on the outskirts of Ahmedabad.

The mosque and surrounding mausoleums are an elegant example of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, which is a blend of Hindu, Jain and Islamic styles. Sarkhej was a small village of weavers that became known as the centre of Sufism after the Sufi saint Shaikh Ganj Baksh Khattu settled here. Upon his death in 1445, Mohammad Shah, the reigning Sultan, built a mausoleum and a mosque in his honor. Later a lake was also built near the mosque and the Sultan added another mausoleum for himself and his family. The mosque at Sarkhej Roza is notable for the complete absence of minarets as well as the beautiful lattice work that covers its walls.

Next drive down to the banks of the River Sabarmati. Walk on the two-level promenade that lines the banks of the river. It is a popular site with the locals to spend an evening.
Utensils Museum

2 hours Admission included

Afterwards, drive over to Vishalla, a lush green village style complex that houses an ethnic restaurant and the Utensils Museum, the only museum of its kind in the world. The museum has a large collection of utensils dating back a thousand years right up to the present times. The collection reflects the evolutionary trend of utensils over the various periods of history in response to the changing needs and environment. The metal utensils on display range from brass, copper, bronze, zinc and even German silver. The origins of utensils can be seen in articles made from leaves to a jug made from gourd.

After the visit to the museum, you will be driven back to your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Sarkhej Roja Sarkhej, Ahmedabad, India See on map

End point

Sarkhej Roja Sarkhej, Ahmedabad, India See on map

Pickup points

Vinnca Kanak Hotel
Hotel Abhishek
Hotel Dev Aadi
OYO 3763 Naeeka Hotel
Starz Club and Spa
Sabar Inn Hotel
The Westend
Tribecca Inn
Hotel King Palace
Hotel Golden Plaza
Hotel Sadbhav
OYO 48619 Hotel Anushri Villa

and 201 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point within city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.