Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid Agra, known as Jami Masjid, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was constructed in 1571 A.D. by Mughal emperor Akbar. This mosque is known as holy place in Muslim community and increase the importance of the city Fatehpur Sikri.
The Jama Masjid has been built at a great height and has a large courtyard for prayers and is flanked by the Jammat Khana hall and the Zenana Rauza (the tomb of the women of the royal household) on both sides. The tomb of the celebrated Sufi saint Sheikh Salim Chisti is located within the Jama Masjid complex located in Agra, India. The artistically carved lattice marble screens are absolutely splendid. It is believed that the original tomb structure was made of red sandstone.
A grand gateway known as the Buland Darwaza leads you to the Jama Masjid. This gateway, which stands 40 meters high, was constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in the Kandesh military campaign. There is another magnificent gate known as the Badshahi Darwaza, which also has a beauty and grandeur of its own. One of the most important tourist attractions in Agra, a visit to the Jama Masjid would really be a worthwhile experience.
As legend goes the emperor Akbar had swept the floor of the main prayer hall quite a few times and had even given the first call for the prayer (azan) he also read the 'khutba' i.e. the Arabic word for the main sermon that is read during Fridays and on special occasions.
The main prayer hall at the Jama Masjid in Agra, India is large enough to accommodate 10,000 men at a time.
How to reach Jama Masjid
To reach the Jama Masjid in Agra, by air you have to land at the Agra airport, which is 7 km from the city center. From Delhi, it takes only 40 minutes to reach Agra by flight. The main railway station is Agra Cantonment. The main bus stands in Agra are Agra Fort and Idgah bus stand. There are many luxury taxis, coaches or buses that drive to Agra every day.
Jama Masjid Agra, known as Jami Masjid, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was constructed in 1571 A.D. by Mughal emperor Akbar. This mosque is known as holy place in Muslim community and increase the importance of the city Fatehpur Sikri.
The Jama Masjid has been built at a great height and has a large courtyard for prayers and is flanked by the Jammat Khana hall and the Zenana Rauza (the tomb of the women of the royal household) on both sides. The tomb of the celebrated Sufi saint Sheikh Salim Chisti is located within the Jama Masjid complex located in Agra, India. The artistically carved lattice marble screens are absolutely splendid. It is believed that the original tomb structure was made of red sandstone.
A grand gateway known as the Buland Darwaza leads you to the Jama Masjid. This gateway, which stands 40 meters high, was constructed to commemorate Akbar's victory in the Kandesh military campaign. There is another magnificent gate known as the Badshahi Darwaza, which also has a beauty and grandeur of its own. One of the most important tourist attractions in Agra, a visit to the Jama Masjid would really be a worthwhile experience.
As legend goes the emperor Akbar had swept the floor of the main prayer hall quite a few times and had even given the first call for the prayer (azan) he also read the 'khutba' i.e. the Arabic word for the main sermon that is read during Fridays and on special occasions.
The main prayer hall at the Jama Masjid in Agra, India is large enough to accommodate 10,000 men at a time.
How to reach Jama Masjid
To reach the Jama Masjid in Agra, by air you have to land at the Agra airport, which is 7 km from the city center. From Delhi, it takes only 40 minutes to reach Agra by flight. The main railway station is Agra Cantonment. The main bus stands in Agra are Agra Fort and Idgah bus stand. There are many luxury taxis, coaches or buses that drive to Agra every day.