Achut Bibi's Mosque is a topic that has captured the attention of millions of people around the world. Since its appearance on the public scene, it has generated endless debate and has sparked growing interest in various disciplines. This phenomenon has been the subject of study by academics, has inspired artists and has challenged conventions in its respective industry. As Achut Bibi's Mosque continues to make headlines and generate controversy, it is important to analyze its impact on contemporary society and understand the extent to which it has shaped the way we think and act. In this article, we will closely explore Achut Bibi's Mosque and examine its influence on different aspects of our daily lives.
Achut Bibi's Mosque and Tomb | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Islam |
Status | Active |
Location | |
Location | Dudheshwar, Ahmedabad |
Municipality | Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation |
State | Gujarat |
Geographic coordinates | 23°03′20″N 72°34′57″E / 23.055606°N 72.582533°E |
Architecture | |
Type | Mosque and tomb |
Style | Indo-Islamic architecture |
Funded by | Imad ul Mulk |
Completed | 1469 |
Designated as NHL | Monument of National Importance ASI Monument No. N-GJ-24 |
Achut Bibi's Mosque and Tomb, also known as Shahi Masjid locally, is a medieval mosque and tomb complex on the bank of Sabarmati river in Dudheshwar, Ahmedabad, India.
Achut Bibi's mosque was built in 1469 by Haji Malik Bahauddin, entitled Imad ul-Mulk, one of Mahmud Begada's (1459-1511) ministers, for his wife Bibi Achut Kuki whose tomb is close by. Very little is known about Bibi Achut Kuki. Possibly she was an important member of royal harem.
The mosque and tomb are enclosed in stone walls. The entrance has two arches and two minarets with Indo-Islamic architecture. Its large enclosure was once adorned by seven minarets, three at the outer and two at the inner entrance, and two on the mosque itself. Except the lower parts of the mosque minarets, all seven were thrown down and destroyed in the 1819 Rann of Kutch earthquake.
The tomb complex of Bibi Achut Kuki is located on the south end of the mosque. It is an open canopy with thirty two pillars and eight domes under which several unmarked tombs are located. The exact tomb of Bibi is not identifiable as flagstones are missing. The tomb and mosque was again damaged in 2001 Gujarat earthquake and was restored by Archaeological Survey of India. The structures are also threatened by encroachments.