Fatehpuri Masjid

Fatehpuri Masjid

Established in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of the wives of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Fatehpuri Masjid stands in Chandni Chowk of old Delhi. This delightfully decorated mosque was later auctioned by the British to Lala Chunnamal, who received the responsibility of preserving the mosque. Asia’s largest spice market, Khari Baoli located in Chandni Chowk, also came into existence after Fatehpuri Masjid’s construction.

The architecture of the masjid is based on Mughal era styles. The mosque has been constructed employing red sandstone and features a dome adorned with architectural forms such as the kalash and mahapadma on its top. The masjid has been designed in a traditional manner and has tall minarets and the prayer hall that features seven-arched openings. The central arched opening is the highest among the seven. The three gates of the mosque make it easily accessible from the north, south and Red Fort side. The muslim festivals of Id-ul-Fitr and Id-ul-Zoha are celebrated at this Fatehpuri Masjid, with great interest and enthusiasm.

Been to Fatehpuri Masjid ? Share your experiences!

Place people like to go after Fatehpuri Masjid

Travel Insight

What to do with three days in Delhi
What to do with three days in Delhi

Last week, we asked our travel community for their advice on ...

Spiti Valley Trip-Covered Losar, Key, Kibber and Dhankar
Spiti Valley Trip-Covered Losar, Key, Kibber and Dhankar

Six people Vivek, Amby, Saurabh, Varun, Ruchika and Shibba were ready ...

Top 10 places to visit in monsoon in India
Top 10 places to visit in monsoon in India

1. Valley of Flowers Valley of Flowers National Park is an Indian ...

Chopta - Tungnath Snow Trek
Chopta - Tungnath Snow Trek

This time, we were ready for fun and adventure, so planned for ...

Copyright © cubetodice.com 2017