Lal Masjid, Delhi, Mosque in Old Delhi, India
Description
Lal Masjid is a mosque in Delhi situated on a raised platform, distinguished by three white and black marble domes and characteristic striped towers. The structure displays ornamental parapets and is framed by symmetrical tower formations on either side.
History
The structure was built in 1729 by noblewoman Kaniz-i-Fatima to honor her husband Shujaat Khan, who served in Emperor Aurangzeb's court. Following the 1857 conflict, repairs were undertaken to restore the building.
Culture
The building blends Islamic and Indian design elements through its red sandstone walls and geometric patterns visible across its surfaces. This fusion appears in every decorative detail and in the overall form of the structure.
Practical
The building is located in the Bara Bazaar area near Kashmiri Gate in the center of Old Delhi. Visitors should plan for early morning or late afternoon hours to encounter fewer crowds.
Did you know?
The interior consists of three separate rooms connected by arched entrances, creating an intimate prayer space. This layout is unusual for mosques of that period and allows different uses to occur simultaneously.
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