Jama Masjid is one of the finest artistic creation of Mughal architecture. Located at Fatehpur Sikri, Jama Masjid will surprise all its onlookers. On their visit to Jama Masjid, the visitors will immediately fall in love with the beautiful Jama Masjid. This is a treat for the eyes and people from all parts of the world visit here to experience the magic. Not only to the visitors, but Jama Masjid is also popular to the local people. The popular name of Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri is Jami Masjid. This is one of the largest mosque in the country and therefore enjoys a religious importance too.
Jama Masjid in Agra was constructed in the year 1571 during the rule of Akbar, the great. The construction of Jama Masjid represents the artistic taste of the emperor. The structure of Jama Masjid is very unique and it has huge courtyard infront of the main building. As this was one of the main religious place in the contemporary period, so many people gathered here for praying. To give place to the thousands of devotees, this courtyard was made so large. There are two separate chambers in both the corners of the main building. These building is known as Jammat Khana hall and Xenana Rauza. The Zenana Rauza is a special chamber, as this was a tomb exclusively meant for the royal women.
In the interiors of Jama Masjid lies the grave of the great Sufi leader, Sheikh Salim Chisti. Apart from this, the engravings on the walls of Jama Masjid shows the workmanship of the workers. The main tomb is built in red sandstone and huge height of the building will create an awe-struck effect on the onlookers. The designs follow a geometric pattern and have colored tiles. The whole building is symmetrically designed. On a trip to Agra, visit to Jama Masjid is a must.
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