Sidhpur, A Small Town On The Banks Of The Mystical Saraswathi In
Gujarat. Sidhpur have the magnificent
and beautiful havelis or medieval homes of Bohra traders. They are famous for
their delicate wooden architecture and interior decoration of medieval style of
India.
Rudramahalya Temple is destroyed temple complex located in Siddhapur in Patan District of Gujarat.
Kirtistambh
Ruins of Rudramahal
Havelis
or Medival Homes of Dawoodi Bohra
Bohra Houses, the gorgeous European-influenced, especially
Renaissance styled architecture built over a century ago in the Muslim
neighbourhood are major attractions of Sidhpur.
There
is a special significance attached due to the Bohras urge for display and
decoration. It is considered as an expression of social status and an extension
of their religious belief.
Since
its occupants don't reside here anymore due to migration to other cities for
better prospects, these mansions are not properly taken care of.
Heritage 365 Window Building
An empty, private residence
was built for one family and had 360 windows.
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