Jaunpur

Jaunpur is a city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India, situated on the banks of the Gomti River. The fertile agricultural plains surrounding it support the cultivation of rice, corn, and sugarcane.

Sultan Firuz Shah Tughlaq founded the city in 1359 and named it after his cousin Muhammad bin Tughluq, who held the title Jauna Khan. Later, the city developed into a cultural center of the region under the Sharqi dynasty.

The Atala Masjid was completed in 1408 and shows building elements that combine Persian designs with local Indian construction methods and stonework. Its tall arches and decorated domes reflect the style developed under the Sharqi sultans in the region.

Jaunpur Junction railway station connects the city with important destinations including Varanasi, Lucknow, and New Delhi through regular train services. Most main sights lie within the central area and can be reached on foot or by local rickshaw.

The Shahi Bridge was built in 1564 during the reign of Akbar and contains small merchant spaces within its pillars along the entire span across the Gomti. These spaces served travelers and traders as resting spots and trading posts on the transit route.

Location: Jaunpur district

Inception: 1359

Founders: Firuz Shah Tughlaq

Elevation above the sea: 82 m

Website: http://jaunpur.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 25.74720,82.68900

Latest update: December 16, 2025 06:57