Jama Masjid
Mosque · Jama Masjid ·
India's largest mosque, Mughal architecture, vast courtyard for 25,000
India's largest mosque, Mughal architecture, vast courtyard for 25,000
"The Jama Masjid, or 'Friday Mosque,' was designed as the main mosque of Shahjahan's city and remains the most celebrated in India. The scale is truly awe-inspiring but the many people (and birds!) it hosts at almost all times of the day humanise it. It serves as a wonderfully serene oasis in the frenetic chaos of the old city, and offers great opportunity to soak up the winter sun, or relax in the wind blowing in from the shaded arcades. Plan your visit to avoid prayer times, and climb up to the minaret (for a small fee) to catch some great views of the city. Cameras are allowed inside but are charged for separately." - Delhi Dallying
"India's Largest Mosque Jama Masjid,India's largest mosque, was commissioned by Shah Jahan, the same emperor who built the iconic Taj Mahal for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1656, the courtyard of Jama Masjid can accommodate 25,000 devotees.Visitors must comply with adress code; traditional robes can be rented at the northern gate. The mosque is located in Old Delhi near other notable sites, including the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk market, so schedule extra time to explore the area. Note:No visitors areallowed during prayer hours."
"India's Largest Mosque Jama Masjid,India's largest mosque, was commissioned by Shah Jahan, the same emperor who built the iconic Taj Mahal for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1656, the courtyard of Jama Masjid can accommodate 25,000 devotees.Visitors must comply with adress code; traditional robes can be rented at the northern gate. The mosque is located in Old Delhi near other notable sites, including the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk market, so schedule extra time to explore the area. Note:No visitors areallowed during prayer hours."
"India's Largest Mosque Jama Masjid,India's largest mosque, was commissioned by Shah Jahan, the same emperor who built the iconic Taj Mahal for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Completed in 1656, the courtyard of Jama Masjid can accommodate 25,000 devotees.Visitors must comply with adress code; traditional robes can be rented at the northern gate. The mosque is located in Old Delhi near other notable sites, including the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk market, so schedule extra time to explore the area. Note:No visitors areallowed during prayer hours."
"I visited the Jama Masjid, which is considered the largest mosque in India and can accommodate up to 25,000 worshippers." - SilverKris