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The Mughal Sarai is a caravanserai located in Surat, Gujarat, India.[1][2]
| Mughal Sarai | |
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| General information | |
| Type | caravanserai |
| Architectural style | Mughal architecture |
| Location | Surat, Gujarat, India |
| Inaugurated | 1644 CE |
History
editThe 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
editThe building reflects Mughal architecture, except for the clock tower, which was added by the British.
Inscriptions
editInscriptions 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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