Patan, sometimes 132 Kms. northwest of Ahmedabad, this was as an ancient Hindu capital before Mahmud of Ghazi sacked it in 1024. Patan, the capital of Gujarat from the 8th century till Ahmed Shah moved his seat of power to the larger and more impressive citadel of Ahmedabad in the 15th century. Patan is the only center of unique weaving craft of 'Patola' since the time of King Kumarpal (ruled 1143-73 AD).

Rani Ki Vav

Rani Ki Vav is an excellent example of subterranean architecture of Gujarat. Rani Ki Vav believed to have been constructed by Udayamati, the queen of Bhimdeva I (1022-63 AD). The carved sidewalls, pillars, beams, series of steps and platforms lead to the elaborately carved water well. Every surface is adorned with finely chiseled sculptures of maidens and Hindu deities, religious motifs and geometrical patterns.

Patola weaving

Patan is the only center of unique weaving craft of 'Patola' since the time of King Kumarpal (ruled 1143-73 AD). Even today, this age a few families practise old traditional weaving craft.

Sahastralinga Talav

The Talav is reputed has been built by Siddharaja Jaisinh, the Chalukkyan ruler. It occupies the northwestern part of the city. It's on the left bank of the river Saraswati. The tank used to receive water from a canal of the Saraswati River and had spread of about five km with masonry embankments.