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The city of Ahmedabad is filled a large number of ancient architectural marvels that are worth taking a look. The Jhulta Minara in Ahmedabad is one such monument that has become a major place to go for sightseeing in Ahmedabad . Known as the ‘Swaying Minarets' in English, the Jhulta Minara in Ahmedabad are some of the most ancient structures of the city. The minarets are a part of the Mosque of Siddi Bashir. These towers have a special feature, which makes them one of the most frequently visited tourist attractions of Ahmedabad. The speciality of the minarets is that they can move back and forth. If one gives a slight push to the topmost arches of the minarets, then one can see them swaying back and forth. The very fact that these minarets can move has led to them being referred to as the Swaying Minarets or the Jhulta Minara. The minarets and the mosque, to which they belong, were built in ancient times by some of the most skilled and talented craftsmen of India. The unique mechanism that makes the towers move could not be deciphered even today by the master architects and engineers. One of the minarets was partly destroyed by an Englishman who wanted to know the reason for the swaying of the minarets. The minarets are located close to a railway line. One of the most amazing facts about these minarets is that even after some many years and inspite of the continuous rumbling noise of the trains passing by, the minarets have stood firm and strong retaining their grandeur and unique characteristics. Travelers coming to visit the Jhulta Minara in Ahmedabad can also check out the Siddir Bashir Mosque. This mosque with its ancient Muslim architecture provides one with an insight into the Indian architectural heritage. The arches and the carved windows are typical of Muslim architectural style and hence worth taking a look. Thus, if you are interested to go for sightseeing, pay a visit to the Jhulta Minara in Ahmedabad in order to check out its magical and strange feature.
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