Jama Masjid, Delhi

Jama Masjid - جامع مسجد , Shahjahanabad, Delhi-6

The Largest Masjid/Mosque of India was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656. Masjid is established in front of Red Fort which was used for administration during the Mughal era. When Shah Jahan decided to move his capital city from Agra to somewhere then he ordered their ministers to find a place which is in between Agra and Lahore so we can cover and rule all over India. so select a central location from where can keep their eyes around all over the nation. Then they found the city Delhi which is located on the bank of the river Yamuna.

Then ShahJahan ordered to plan a city which should similar to Fatehpur & Sikri. Fatehpur and Sikri are also to walled city which was built by his grand father Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar. Hence they proposed a walled city and named it Shahjahanabad.

This Mosque was also built at that time and this is in their panned city, and situated in front of the Red Fort, Delhi.

Central Dome

Pavillion and Exit Gate Number 1 

Small Dome

Hauz for Ablution and two main gates

Main Entrance of Masjid

Complete view of Masjid from Aangan

large View of Masjid and world map drawn over the white marble

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How to reach?

Airport: IGI (Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi)

Metro Station: Jama Masjid Metro Sattion(Heritage Line/Voilet Line)