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Champaner-Pavagadh


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 2 attractions in Vadodara
Traveler Description: An ancient town is situated at the base of the Pavagadh hills the famous pilgrimage place is situated at 50 kms away from Vadodara. This town is known more »
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Attraction type: Ancient ruins, Historic site
Address: Panchmahal
about 50 km from Vadodara Vadodara
India

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5 of 5 stars
Pahari   1 contribution
Mumbai
Nov 2, 2009

It is the spectacular setting of Champaner-Pavagadh that enhances its architectural marvels. There are palaces, pleasure pavilions, forts and outposts, gateways and walls, temples and mosques, and as water was a scarce commodity here-efficient water harvesting and distribution systems. In its entirety it is an eclectic mix of Hindu and Muslim creativity, with the site of Sultan Mahmud Begharha’s capital... more

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5 of 5 stars
sonalwadia   1 contribution
mumbai
Oct 26, 2009

i have been visiting regularly to this place and have found it a very peaceful place though it is crowded in week ends but as a tourist i find it very nice. There is a ropeway to go to the temple but i prefer to use the steps and reach to the temple and with freinds and family we can... more

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3 of 5 stars
Petersurya   7 contributions
Vadodara, India
Oct 24, 2009

This site is blighted by the fact it is next to the road that leads up to a temple on the adjacent mountain, Pavagadh and the cable car. At this junction you will see it is a chaotic mess of stalls, jeep 'buses' and tourist coaches. The usual litter everywhere. There is no proper parking. The road is a main... more

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3 of 5 stars
mihirshah161281   2 contributions
Vadodara, India
Oct 24, 2009

Being near by Vadodara, it is good to visit the Champaner mosque. A really good architecture to see. There is an entry fee of Rs. 5/- and ypu have to pay extra if you want to do photography. Try to count pillars of the mosque. It's real fun as every time you will come up with a new number. more

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3 of 5 stars
pvs5   1 contribution
houston
Oct 23, 2009

Champaner is a fortified city close to Vadodara. The site needs some tourism revitalization and upkeep to make the ruins more accessible for the public to learn about this amazing place. Very few locals realize the value for this place. more

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Champaner-Pavagadh Address

Panchmahal | about 50 km from Vadodara, Vadodara, India