Fatehpuri Masjid, Delhi
Fatehpuri Masjid is located near Chandni Chowk in Delhi. Built by Fatehpuri Begum, wife of Shah Jahan in 1650, the mosque is renowned for its magnificence and historical significance. This mosque has a single dome which is flanked by two minarets. It was built with lime mortar and entrenched with black and white stripes.
Fatehpuri mosque features a traditional design. It has a prayer hall with seven arched openings. It also has single as well as double storied apartments on both sides. The courtyard is made of red sandstone. The exquisite sandstone pillars on either side of the mosque are the finest features of this building.
This mosque was used by Indian troops during the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857. Muslim festivals like Id-ul-Fitr are celebrated with pomp and show making it the best time to visit the mosque. The masjid is open on all days. As it is located in the heart of the city, the mosque can be reached with ease. The north end gate of the masjid leads to Khari Baoli, the largest spice market in Asia.
Fatehpuri mosque features a traditional design. It has a prayer hall with seven arched openings. It also has single as well as double storied apartments on both sides. The courtyard is made of red sandstone. The exquisite sandstone pillars on either side of the mosque are the finest features of this building.
This mosque was used by Indian troops during the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857. Muslim festivals like Id-ul-Fitr are celebrated with pomp and show making it the best time to visit the mosque. The masjid is open on all days. As it is located in the heart of the city, the mosque can be reached with ease. The north end gate of the masjid leads to Khari Baoli, the largest spice market in Asia.
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Sight Name: Fatehpuri Masjid
Sight Location: Delhi, India (See walking tours in Delhi)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Delhi, India (See walking tours in Delhi)
Sight Type: Religious
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