Mughal Sarai, Surat
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| Mughal Sarai | |
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| Type | caravanserai |
| Architectural style | Mughal architecture |
| Location | Surat, Gujarat, India |
| Inaugurated | 1644 CE |
The Mughal Sarai is a caravanserai located in Surat, Gujarat, India.[1][2]
History
[edit]The sarai was built in 1644 CE.
It was briefly used to detain political prisoners during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The clock tower was also added by the British.
Architecture
[edit]The building reflects Mughal architecture, except for the clock tower, which was added by the British.
Inscriptions
[edit]Inscriptions found in the sarai are now kept in the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya.
References
[edit]- ^ "MughalSarai". suratmunicipal.gov.in. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
- ^ "Mughalsarai, Guest House, Surat, Tourism Hubs, Gujarat, India". www.gujarattourism.com. Retrieved 30 September 2019.
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