Thursday, March 1, 2018

Jama Masjid

Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India. This sandstone and marble mosque was built in 1656 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.



A flight of sandstone steps leads to the main entrance




Ladies have to cover themselves with robes before entering



The courtyard can accommodate up to 20,000 people on a Friday prayer



The Mihrab



The cusped arches



The prayer area





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