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HeritageUNESCO World Heritage Site
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
AddressChampaner, Panchmahal District
Managed byArchaeological Survey of India (ASI), Vadodara Circle
Today's hoursOpen today 6 AM – 6 PM
Tickets fromFrom ₹40
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About
A rare, unaltered pre-Mughal Islamic city built by Sultan Mahmud Begada in the late 15th century as his capital, blending Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. The park spans forts, palaces, mosques, tombs, step-wells, and agricultural structures spread across the base and slopes of Pavagadh Hill, alongside the Kalika Mata Temple at its summit — making it one of the few complete, unmoved Islamic pre-Mughal cities in India.
Did you know? Champaner was abandoned so abruptly after Sultan Bahadur Shah lost it to the Mughals in 1535 that it was never rebuilt or resettled — leaving its 15th-century street plan and buildings remarkably intact, almost a time capsule.
Opening hours
| Mon–Sun | 6 AM – 6 PM |
Tickets
Adult Indian
₹40Kids/Students Indian
FreeForeigners Adult/Kid
₹600Facilities
RestroomGuideShop (Basic stalls near main sites)Parking