Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park

Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at the foothills of Pavagadh Hill in Panchmahal District, Gujarat. It encompasses the historic city of Champaner founded by Sultan Mahmud Begada in the 15th century, along with Pavagadh Hill fortifications. The park preserves mosques, temples, tombs, stepwells, fort walls and palaces showcasing a blend of Hindu and Islamic architecture from the 8th to 16th centuries.

Visitors can explore a vast open archaeological landscape spread across Champaner town and Pavagadh Hill. Expect well-preserved Islamic structures such as Jami Masjid, Kevada Masjid and Nagina Masjid, Hindu and Jain temples on the hill, ancient fort walls, city gates, stepwells and palaces. The site includes forested areas, hill trails and a ropeway to the Kalika Mata Temple at the summit. Most structures are open ruins accessible on foot with interpretive signage.