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Jamia Masjid, Central mosque in Nowhatta, Srinagar, India

The mosque features a quadrangular structure with four turrets, Indo-Saracenic architectural elements, and 370 wooden pillars supporting the interior space.

Sultan Sikandar commissioned the mosque in 1394, completing construction in 1402, while Emperor Aurangzeb ordered its reconstruction in 1672 following fire damage.

The mosque serves as the principal religious center in Kashmir, drawing thousands of worshippers for Friday prayers and religious education sessions.

The mosque accommodates 33,333 people during prayer congregations, with three entrance gates positioned on the north, south, and eastern sides.

The structure incorporates architectural elements from Persian designs and Buddhist pagodas, creating a distinct religious monument in the Kashmir Valley.

Location: Srinagar

Inception: 1402

Architectural style: Indo-Saracenic architecture

Capacity: 33333

GPS coordinates: 34.09835,74.80918

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51

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