This regal citadel lies to the eastern side
of the Bhadra Fort. It was built in 1411AD by Ahmed Shah. The highlight
of this monument lies in the fact that it is the oldest and longest gateway
of Ahmedabad. As the name suggests this structure is a triple arched gateway
which was originally meant to serve as an entrance to the Royal Square
and to be used by the royalty. This is the place from where the sultans
used to watch the processions which started from the palace and went right
up to the Juma Masjid. The walls and pillars of this monument are beautifully
designed. The windows are semicircular and adorned using meshwork. The
central window depicts the tree of life. Five palm trees are shown that
are covered with snakes. This motif now serves as a symbol of the Gujarat
government.