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Historical BriefThis Mosque is a Typical Structure of the early sixtieth century(1430-1440 AD) This mosque represents a significant development of mosque architecture in Ahmedabad.Established by: Sultan Mehmud BegharaIt is also remarkable for the rich and varied sculpture of its minar, buttresses, balconied and Latticed Windows.This Monument has been declared to be of national importance under the ancient monuments and archeological sites and remains act 1958 ( 24 of 1958).

Rani roopmati MosqueArchitectural Style: Islamic Architecture

Architectural Style: Indo-Sarsenic Architecture - Mosque

Architectural Considerations:The roof of Central Part so raised as to admit Light and air into the inventor of the threeArched entrances in the faade , the central one is flanked by the minarets one on each side, The small entrances have Projected balcony windowsOn each side and a latticed window near the ends of the facade.Architectural elements

Major Architectural Elements:MinaretsJharukhaCorbelled Stone DomesArchBracketsMihrabMimbarPraying areaJali & Other Decorative FeaturesDecays

SALT CRUST - EFFLORESCENCE

Change in colour due to air pollution & Temperature DifferenceDetoriation

Decays

More than One type of decay(Mixed)

CracksValuesIt has survived the hazards of 600 years of usefulness,it has a good claim to being called historic.It is blend of Hindu and Muslim architectureDome is buitified by hindu style patternThe prayer hall of the mosque is of great aesthetic value, consisting of exquisite carvings.

AIMTourist AttractionProper Maintainance & CleaningAll the major & Minor repair works should be carried out