Here are the top ten largest Mosque in India
1. Taj-ul-masjid, Bhopal
The name translates to “The Crown of Mosque”. Located in the city of lakes, Bhopal, in 2,50,000 sq. ft. area, it is the largest mosque in India. Its construction was started by Nawab Shah Jahan Begum of Bhopal(Wife of Nawab Syed Siddique Hasan Khan). This mosque resembles the Mughal architecture like Jama Masjid of Delhi & has extensive work of marble inside.
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2. Mecca Masjid, Hyderabad
Masjid whose bricks are made up of the soil from the holiest place of Islam, Mecca. The foundation of Masjid was laid down under the rule of Muhhamad Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutub Shahi dynasty in 17th century. Along with a sacred place for worship, it also accommodates the tombs of the Nizams of Hyderabad(Earlier known as Golconda) in its premises.
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3. Bara Imambara, Lucknow
Is a congregation hall for Shia Muslims. Imambara is the hall for the mourning during the Muharram. Situated in the city of Nawabs, this place is also known as Asif mosque. It was constructed by Nawab of Awadh, Asaf-ud-Daula. Considered as the architectural wonder or an accidental architecture, it has an underground passage and a complicated labyrinth (Bhool-Bhulaiya). So if you ever visit it, don’t trust your instincts, follow the guide.
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4. Jama Masjid, Delhi
Also known as Masjid e Jahan Numa(Mosque Commanding the view of the World), this is one of the largest mosques in India with the capacity of about 25,000 people. This magnificent Mughal architecture was built by Shah Jahan in the 17th century. The Badshahi Masjid at Lahore, Pakistan, built by Aurangzeb resembles this.
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5. Jama Masjid, Agra
Standing in front of Agra Fort, this mosque is popularly known as Jami Masjid or Friday Mosque, constructed by Shah Jahan. Completed in Six years, this monument was actually built in the honour of the princess(daughter of Shah Jahan) Jahanara Begum. Constructed with red sandstone along with white marble furnishing, this huge mosque can accommodate 10,000 people at a time.
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6. Jamia Masjid, Srinagar
Largest Mosque of the Kashmir valley, was built in 1402 by Sultan Sikandar. The structure of this mosque resembles the Buddhist Pagoda and that’s what makes it unique. Its architectural structure is not like other mosques. This Mosque owns both religious and political significance in the Kashmir.
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7. Chota Imambara, Lucknow
Just like Bara Imambara, it is also a Husayniya(Congregation hall) for Shia Muslims. This was made for the burial of the Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah, and his mother, who commissioned its construction. This mosque is also referred to as The Palace of Lights by the writers & visitors. Its interior is richly decorated with glass lamp stands & has Islamic Calligraphy work.
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8. Jama Masjid, Bhilai
Situated in the twin city of Chhatisgarh, this the world’s first mosque to be constructed in the structure of Arabic version of Yā Allāh (یا الله). It has the capacity to accommodate 3000+ worshipers at a time during prayer.
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9. Nagina Masjid, Agra
Popularly known as Gem or Jewel Mosque. It is in the Agra fort. This was built by Shah Jahan and was a private mosque for the Mughal Royal ladies. This mosque holds exquisite interior beauty when it comes to its decor.
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10. Kazmir Periya, Pallivasal
Also known as Kazimar Big Mosque, is the oldest mosque, situated in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. A Yemen, Kazi Syed Tajuddin, who is said to be the descendent of Prophet Muhammad, received the land for the Mosque from the King. This mosque was maintained by the descendants of Kazi Syed. It has a capacity of 1200 worshipers at a time.
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