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The Jama Masjid is one of the famous shrines in India. This is the largest and glorious mosque present in India. This mosque is built by the Mughal Emperor Saha Jahan in year 1656 AD. Built with the sandstone and white marble, The Jama Masjid, is a unique combination of Hindu and Islamic architecture. This mosque stands in the heart of national capital, Delhi i.e. Chandani Chowk of Old Delhi. |
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This mosque is built near Red Fort. It is also known by the name of Masjjid-I-Jahanuma (mosque commanding the view of the world). Jama Masjid’s courtyard has a capacity to accommodate 25000 devotees at a time. This mosque has three arched gateways and wider staircase built of red sandstone. It has three gateways to reach to the courtyard north, south and east (Royal gate). |
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