Pathar ki Masjid, Stone mosque in central Patna, India.
Pathar ki Masjid is a stone-built mosque in Patna featuring Indo-Islamic architecture with a central dome and four corner minarets. The entire structure uses rock as its primary building material, creating a solid and distinctive appearance.
The mosque was built in 1621 by Parvez Shah, son of Mughal Emperor Jahangir. Its construction marked the expansion of Islamic architecture in Bihar during Mughal times.
Religious inscriptions from the Quran decorate the interior walls and create a spiritual space for worshippers. The site serves as an active prayer center where the Muslim community gathers regularly.
The mosque is open daily for visitors and is located about 7 kilometers from Patna Junction railway station. Comfortable walking shoes are useful, and visitors should wear respectful clothing when entering this religious site.
The name Pathar ki Masjid means Stone Mosque, derived from its construction entirely in rock rather than the brick commonly used for buildings in the region. This material choice makes the structure unusually durable and visually distinctive.
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