Bakrid 2018- These Are The Most Famous Mosques Of India

Mosques in India have always been an integral part of the Indian Heritage and Culture. In forming the glorious chapters of Indian history, mosques have played a vital role. These are not merely a religious centre but also the treat of the eyes because of its majestic architecture and intricate carvings that will make these religious centers as an important part of the Indian heritage.

To bring you more close to the heritage of the country during your Travel to India, we have organized a list of most amazing and Famous Mosques in India which are filled with divine aura and spiritual environment.

* Jama Masjid, Delhi

It is one of the largest and most popular mosques in India which has the capacity to accommodate 25,000 devotees during the prayer. It is one of the famous mosques in India and in the World built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. This mosque comprises four grand towers and three huge gates. The mosque is 261 feet long and 80 feet wide. According to historians Jama Masjid is the Oldest Mosques of India.

* Haji Ali Dargah, Mumbai

Mumbai, the city of dreams which is visited by lakhs of tourist during the year is also consists with the most amazing tourist attraction. When it comes to religious places, the city plays a vital role in Indian Tourism. Jama Masjid is one of the famous and popular mosques in India which is visited by the people of all the religions. It is located 500 m away from the coast of Worli on the Southern part of Mumbai. It was built in memory of the wealthy Muslim merchant Sayyed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari who gave up all his worldly possessions.

* Mecca /Makkah Masjid, Hyderabad

Mecca Masjid is one of the oldest and largest mosques in India. One can view the beauty of this architectural genius from the top of the Charminar in Hyderabad. It is located close to Chowmahalla Palace, Laad Bazar. It was built by Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of Qutub Shahi dynasty. This mosque can accommodate 10,000 people at a time. It has been said that bricks used for this mosque are soil made which were brought from the hallowed city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. It was built by more than 8000 workers. Your India Tour Packages is incomplete without visiting this place.

* Adhai Din ka Jhonpra Mosque, Ajmer

What if we say that it was once the college of Sanskrit during its inception? Yes, you read it right Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra was a Sanskrit college that later turned into mosque which is located behind the Dargah of Khwaja Muin-ud-din Chisti. It is one of the oldest surviving monuments in India. It was commissioned by Qutub-Ud-Din-Aibak on the orders Muhammad Ghori. We are sure this oldest surviving monument of Ajmer will enhance your Tour Package of India. The monument is the beautiful example of Indo-Islamic architectural design that was built under the supervision of Afghan managers.

* Jamia Masjid, Srinagar

It is one of the most scared and biggest mosques in India which is situated in Jammu Kashmir, Srinagar. This mosque can accommodate 33000 people at one time. The mosque is situated at Nowhatta which is located amidst the heart of old city. This ancient mosque was built by the Sultan of Kashmir, Sikandra Shah Shahmiri in the year 1394 AD.