Brief History: Bhadra Fort was built by Ahmed Shah, the founder of the city, in 1411 AD. The fort’s name was taken from the Bhadrakali Temple that stands nearby. The fort was also called Aark fort centuries ago. The British captured the fort in 1817 and used it as a prison until Independence. It was duly renovated in 2014 so that people could get a glimpse of history.

After Ahmedabad was founded in 1411 CE by Sultan Ahmed Shah I as the capital of the Gujarat sultanate, Ahmed Shah built this fort as the citadel. It is supposedly named after a Bhadrakali Temple within the fort premises. The gate here has a handprint on the stone gateway, which local devotes believe is the handprint of the goddess Bhadrakali herself. Many women passing by climb up onto the railing beside this and press a palm to the handprint, praying for blessings. We could only go a very short way up the main driveway to the fort because the rest of it was all closed off for renovations. This will probably take some time to get done, so it’s pretty pointless going all the way just to see the fort. However, if you've come to the Sidi Saeed Mosque, just five minutes' walk away, and if you're going to the Jami Masjid - about ten minutes' walk further into the old part of town - you can stop by here briefly.

Bhadra Fort, located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, was built in 1411 by Sultan Ahmad Shah I. It served as his royal residence and later became a military base. The fort is known for its intricately carved Bhadra Kali Temple and the Teen Darwaza (Triple Gateway). Over the centuries, it has undergone renovations and additions. Today, it stands as a historical landmark, attracting visitors with its architectural beauty and historical significance.

This fort is in heart of AHMEDABAD city near teen darwaja. Near by there is Maa Bhadrakali temlple. This place was not maintained for many years but nowadays the total surroundings is transformed & is a tourist attraction. The site takes us to a era when our AHMEDABAD was a small town. It is worth visiting & know the architecture wonder.

Bhadra Fort is a striking monument that bears the hallmark of the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Located near eastern banks of Sabarmati River, the impressive fort was built after the establishment of the Muzaffarid dynasty. Built in red stone, the fort is set in the walled city area of AhmedabadAn auspicious structure located within the fort called the Bhadrakali Temple enshrines Goddess Bhadra, a manifestation of Goddess Kali. It is believed that she is the protector of the famed city. The temple was constructed during the period of Azam Khan near the palace. Temple draws several visitors every day to witness the deity who is beautifully dressed in vibrant outfits.The remarkable fort houses fourteen circular structures, three big gates, three mid-sized gates and two smaller gates. The British East India Company installed a clock tower in the fort in 1878, which had a kerosene lamp for lighting it at night. It was then replaced by an electric lamp in 1915 by the Britishers. Bhadra Fort is open from 9 AM in the morning till 5 PM in the evening. There is no entry fee for visiting Bhadra Fort.

Very old fort in Ahmedabad City.There is a lot of mystery about this fort.This fort is very clean and spacious.A clock is placed on this fort,It shows the people of the city time.lal darvaja market is very close to this fort.There you find and shop everything.in front of this fort is a huge gate. The guard of the castle does the security.You have to enter a name to enter and You need to provide your ID.

It is a bhadra mahakali mandir and also an old fort named after king bhadra. It is a very huge and beautiful fort to visit. The amazing bazaar is also there for shopping and eating food.

About the location: Climb up the Bhadra Fort and get a bird’s eye view of the old city. Built immediately after the founding of Ahmedabad in 1411, Bhadra Fort now houses government offices and a Kali temple. Its gate formed the eastern entrance of the Ahmedabad citadel, which stretched west to the river. From the roof you can check out the imposing structure and views of the surrounding streets. Between the fort and the Teen Darwaja (Triple Gateway) to its east was the Maidan Shahi (Royal Square), where royal processions and polo games took place.

Fort situated near the Bhadra kali temple in lal darvala, also known as Bhadra killa or Bhadra Fort,

Bhadra fort had eight gates, three large, two in the east and one in the south-west corner; three middle-sized, two in the north and one in the south; and two small, in the west.

Badra fort is known for historical background,.. Not maintaining well by local public,. There also Sunday open market at this place makes it more dirty ..

Located at the walled city of Ahmedabad, the 44 acre-Bhadra fort composes of intricate carvings, latticework and frescos alongside impeccable arches and inscriptions at the entrance. Built in 1411 by Ahmed Shah I, the walling is said to have been established to protect the Gujarat Sultanate, reigned by Ahmed Shah I at the time. Also known as the Arak Fort, the Bhadra Fort is said to inherit its names from the Bhadrakali temple installed by the Marathas here. This red stone-fort located along the Sabarmati river was revamped by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (the AMC) and the Archaeological Survey of India (the ASI) in 2014. Bhadra Fort is also an important venue for significant events such as the Republic Day and the Independence Day of the country.

Historical land mark of heritage city ahmedabad

This is very good place. Near to lal darwaja

The History of Ahmedabad, Bhadra Fort : Built by Moghal king Ahmed Shah 1. Open For everyone without any entry charges. Dont go by four wheeler, there is no parking available over there. Usually take one to two hours to explore whole fort.

Beautiful ancient monument in Ahmedabad City surrounded with street market and busy roads. Bhadrakali Mandir is located at the east side of fort, near Lal Darwaja. Teen darwaza is in front of Bhadra Fort, around 500 meters away. Huge street market is spread in and around this entire area A very busy and happening place. We can buy variety of items at cheaper rates here. However one thing to note that the people selling the goods are very smart to find out whether you are hard core Gujarathi or coming from outside. If you are from any other state, within seconds they understand that you are an outsider.. and hike the prices immediately. They don't even bargain and will convince you to whatever prices they want. The same item, a typical local person, with hard bargains, can buy in half of the price. Hence better to go there along with a hardcore local person to get good bargains.... Anyhow, if we keep on walking along the street and check the prices, at some or the other point we get cheaper rates and a good deal. While hiring auto rikshaw in Ahmedabad, it is always advisable to book ola rikshaw wherein prices are fixed. There is no proper parking place, even for two wheelers in this area. Hence better to use public transport of auto rikshaw / taxi. Bhadra fort looks awesome and strong structure from outside.

Another architectural marvel built during the reign of Sultan Ahmad Shah is the majestic Bhadra Fort. Spread over an area of about 43 acres, it comprises of a beautiful palace, a mosque, an open courtyard, 14 towers and a temple of Bhadrakali. Legends also say that Goddess Lakshmi appeared and blessed the city to remain wealthy always. Thus, it’s believed that the fort contains hidden treasures. Most of the construction inside the fort have been done with red coloured stones and bear the influence of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The fort served as the royal court. And the nearby royal square – Maidan-e-Shah, used to be the venue for games and other events related to the kingdom. Mughals took it over in 1573 and developed it further. You can still get a glimpse of the Mughal architecture in the carved arches and decorated balconies. Peshwas and Gaekwads invaded it later, in 1583, to establish the Maratha Empire. The historical Teen Darwaza acted as the entrance to the fort in those days. Afterwards, British held Bhadra Fort from 1817 until the country's independence. It has got a long historical timeline to explore, which makes this place one of the noteworthy sites to visit in Ahmedabad. It’s situated at a walking distance from Jama Masjid.

Bhadra Fort is an iconic historical landmark in Ahmedabad that undoubtedly deserves a 5-star rating. Steeped in history, this fort offers a glimpse into the city's rich past. The grand entrance and imposing architecture immediately command attention. Within its walls, you'll find a beautifully restored royal palace and government offices, allowing visitors to step back in time and explore the regal heritage of Gujarat. The fort's central courtyard is a hub of activity, with locals and tourists alike, making it a fantastic place to soak in the vibrant culture of Ahmedabad. Bhadra Fort's historical significance and architectural beauty make it an essential stop for anyone seeking to understand and appreciate the city's heritage.

Ahmedabad was named after Ahmad Shah I of the Muzaffarid dynasty. He established Ahmedabad as the new capital of Gujarat Sultanate and built Bhadra Fort on the east bank of the Sabarmati river. It was also known as Arak Fort as described in Mirat-i-Ahmadi. The foundation stone of fort was laid down at Manek Burj in 1411. Square in form, enclosing an area of about forty-three acres, and containing 162 houses, the Bhadra fort had eight gates, three large, two in the east and one in the south-west corner; three middle-sized, two in the north and one in the south; and two small, in the west.

Ahmedabad was named after Ahmad Shah I of the Muzaffarid dynasty. He established Ahmedabad as the new capital of Gujarat Sultanate and built Bhadra Fort on the east bank of the Sabarmati river. It was also known as Arak Fort as described in Mirat-i-Ahmadi. The foundation stone of fort was laid down at Manek Burj in 1411. Square in form, enclosing an area of about forty-three acres, and containing 162 houses, the Bhadra fort had eight gates, three large, two in the east and one in the south-west corner; three middle-sized, two in the north and one in the south; and two small, in the west.[5] The area within the fort had become occupied by urban developments by 1525.[1][2] So a second fortification was built later by Mahmud Begada, the grandson of Ahmed Shah, with an outer wall 10 km (6.2 mi) in circumference and consisting of 12 gates, 189 bastions and

Historical landmark built during the Sultanate Period but now looks like an open crowded market and has lost its original character. Could not locate the entry point, hence saw only the outer façade and ASI it seems is least interested in maintaining the fort. Encroachments everywhere. Guess, to get a clear view of the fort one needs to visit before 8AM when the vendors are yet to set shop. As a tourist, one can skip this and there are other major attractions nearby where time can be spent well. For those into shopping, this place is heaven.

I went there in September 2021 and found that this place is closed for public. This might be closed temporarily but I don't know why Google does not give this information.

Ancient India history here

Bhadra Fort is situated in the walled city area of ahmedabad, india. It Was Built By ahmad shah i in 1411.The timing to visit this heritage site from 9:00 Am to 5:00 Pm.

awesome place

The historical fort is worth visiting

Ahmedabad History

The big land fort having fortification, bastions, various gates and ruins. It was built by Ahmad Shah I in 1411. Ahmedabad city is situated in the fort. This fort is nearby 'Sabarmati River'. Famous Sabarmati Gandhi Ashram, Bhadra Temple, Jama Mashid etc. near the fort. Sarsenapati Umabaisaheb Khanderao Dabhade became the only female Commander-in-Chief in the history of the Marathas in 1732, commanded the Maratha Army and fought a war near Ahmedabad at Bhadra Fort defeating Mughal Sardar Joravar Khan Babi. The fort complex was used as a prison during the British Raj.

Bhadra fort was citadel of Ahmedabad city. It was the first building that came up when the city was established in the year 1411. Now only a small part of a huge complex has remained.

Bhadra Fort is situated in the walled city area of Ahmedabad, India. It was built by Ahmad Shah I in 1411. With its well carved royal palaces, mosques, gates and open spaces, it was renovated in 2014 by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation and Archaeological Survey of India as a cultural centre

Well maintained architecture

Old ancient place

too much crowded but nice place.

Nice place

Heritage fort in centre of Ahmedabad city . True shopping mall of Ahmedabad

Heritage Building of UNESCO World Heritage City, Ahmedabad

Heritage place

(Translated by Google) Jay maa bhadrkali (Original) Jay maa bhadrkali

Superb

Historical place

Old memories of fort of Amdavad It's nice to visit it again and again... But as this is a heritage site, we must take care of it... Very huge crowd of public regularly visit here due to Bhadrakali Mandir... It's unique but not explored place of Ahmedabad... Mostly people seen it from outside Only outside view available... But the construction and base are so powerful that you can feel it's strength... Will take more pics of this and make available in short time...😊😊😊

One of the best heritage place and old market of business and street market

The major part of the fort is closed for public. Nothing great here.

Historical landmark

Bhadra fort is a symbolic fort standing at the heart of Ahmedabad City near Lal Darwaza. It is one of the places which immensely contributed to Ahmedabad in being India's first Heritage City. The carvings and the structure is next to none. It is a must visit place if you are a traveler or a local resident or a photographer.

Bhadrakali temple

Nice palace of King of Ahmedabad Ahmed Shah over here. It is nice place to visit. Fort shows that the style of building the palace is not for war purpose but at from that time Ahmadabad is the large market. Wo no chance to war. That's why the fort is builded small.

There are so many other forts in country where one can go and see the historic sites. But here one can just overview the fort.

The shopping for traditional items is good over there! I have not seen any fort over there because fort is converted to some government office!