Delhi Darwaja, Ahmedabad

Monument – Delhi Darwaja, Ahmedabad
Built by – Britishers
Built in – 1878

“Delhi Darwaja is located on Mirzapur road in Ahmedabad. Also known as Idariyo Gate, the Delhi Darwaja lies towards the north side of the old citadel. Constructed from Ashlar Stone Masonry, it lies in the direction of the national capital Delhi, and that’s why it is called Delhi Darwaja. There are two openings on either side of the main gateway, each 8 feet wide and 16 feet wide.

Built in 1878, it was a transit point to the capital Delhi. It has a roofed platform with doors of iron-plated timber. Delhi Darwaja was a part of the second fortified walls built by Mahmud Begada during the expansion of the walled city.”

Photo Courtesy – heritageofahmedabad.com

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