Commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century, this magnificent mosque is an architectural masterpiece that showcases the fusion of Islamic and Indian design elements. The planning of Jama Masjid reflects meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of Islamic architectural principles.

The Masjid-i-Jehan-Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid (Urdu: جامع مسجد, romanized: jāme masjid) of Delhi, is one of the largest Sunni mosques in India. [1]Its builder is the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan, between 1644 and 1656, and inaugurated by its first Imam, Syed Abdul Ghafoor Shah Bukhari.Situated in the Mughal capital of Shahjahanabad (today Old Delhi), it served as the ...

2023年9月23日 · Design Elements: Elaborate on the stunning features like the red sandstone and white marble construction, domes, and minarets. Jama Masjid’s architectural style is a masterpiece that seamlessly blends Indian and Persian influences, resulting in the distinctive Indo-Islamic style.

2025年1月29日 · Jama Masjid of Delhi, mosque in Old Delhi, India, constructed in 1650–56 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahān, a noted patron of Islamic architecture whose most famous work is the Taj Mahal, in Agra. Jama Masjid, now the second largest mosque on the Indian subcontinent, is also an impressive example of Mughal architecture.

Built from red sandstone and white marble, the edifice dominates the skyline of the busy Chawri Bazar in central Delhi and is considered the largest mosque in India. Each year, on Eid, thousands of reverent Muslims throng the mosque to offer special Eid Namaz in the morning.

The Jama Masjid incorporates a blend of Mughal and Persian architectural elements, as commonly seen in monuments constructed during Shah Jahan’s reign. Red sandstone and white marble were the main construction materials employed, in line with typical Mughal building styles.

2023年7月29日 · Jama Masjid’s architecture is truly impressive, showcasing a perfect blend of red sandstone and white marble in the Indo-Islamic Style. The mosque spans about 261 feet in length and 90 feet in width. It has three grand arched gates, three elegant marble domes and four minarets with two huge minarets with an impressive height of 40 metres.

2023年8月13日 · The Jama Masjid is famous for its intricate decorative elements and artwork. Its walls are embellished with floral motifs, Quranic verses, and geometric patterns, showcasing the unparalleled craftsmanship of the Mughal artisans.

2023年7月3日 · The Jama Masjid, commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan, was completed in 1656 after years of meticulous craftsmanship. Its construction employed over 5,000 workers and incorporated elements of Persian, Mughal, and Indian architectural styles.

The Masjid-i-Jahan Numa (Urdu: مسجد جھان نمہ), commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is the principal mosque of Old Delhi in India. "Masjid-i-Jahan Numa" means "the mosque commanding a view of the world," and the name Jama Masjid refers to the weekly congregation observed on Friday (the yaum al-jum`a ) at the mosque.