Jama Masjid Lucknow

 Lucknow's Jama Masjid

"The mosque is an important place of worship for Muslims who gather here on all auspicious occasions."

The construction of Jama Masjid was started in 1837 during the reign of Muhammad Ali Shah but was completed after his death by his begum, Nawab Malika Janah.The structure has a combination of Hindu and Muslim architecture.
The mosque follows the usual form of a square building surmounted by three domes, and having a tall slender minaret at either front corner. The architectural design, exquisite decorations, carvings, and calligraphy is outstanding.Jama Masjid stands upright on 260 pillars that support 15 arched domes that different elevations.

The pillars have carvings that have been inspired from Hindu and Jain culture. 

The courtyard is a vast area that measures around 75 meters X 66 meters. The western chamber is a big hall that is supported by 260 pillars. The tomb of Sultan Ahmed Shah lies on the Eastern side entrance. 

It has a lofty doorway ornamented in each stucco, painted an unusual cool green with touches of white and brick red. The interior is less decorative so that nothing shall distract the attention of the worshippers.It was a great architecture and a beautiful historic place.It also a tourist attraction in Lucknow from all over the world.

The Jama Masjid of Lucknow is known to be one of the most beautiful mosques of India.