Champaner

Champaner was founded by King Vanraj Chavda of the Chavada dynasty. Some people believe that the name Champaner is derived from the flower 'Champak' because the fire rocks found in this area also have a yellowish appearance like flowers, Pavagadh fort built just above Champaner was built by the Khichi Chauhan Rajputs. 
Later, Mahmud Begada captured it. Mahmud Begada made it his capital. He named it Mahmudabad and spent 23 years here for the reconstruction and decoration of this city. Ahmedabad was later made the capital during the Mughal period, losing the pride and importance of Champaner. For many years it was part of the forest. However, when the British conducted the survey later, the lost glory of Champaner was returned. People come here in large numbers to see the Excellent architectural beauty of the city. 
Champaner beauty offers you the mosques of Champaner, the tomb of Sikandar Shah, Halol, Sakar Khan Dargah, Makai Kothar / Navlakha Kothar, Fort, Helical Baoli, Brick Tomb, and Pavagad Fort. Apart from this, ancient temples, fort walls, Jambughoda Wildlife Sanctuary, Kevadi eco campsite, and Dhanpari eco campsite are also Important here. Parts of the walls of the Pavagadh Fort still exist today. Champaner is just 45 km from Vadodara, making it easily accessible by bus and other vehicles. In 2004, Champaner has declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cold weather is best for visiting Champaner.