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Jama Masjid is a mosque in Shopian is a historic mosque located in the district of Shopian, in the Indian-administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. This mosque is said to have been built during the Mughal period and is very beautiful from both inside and outside. It's considered one of the best mosques in the Shopian district.




In history


The mosque was an important stop on the Mughal road through Pir Panjal, where the Mughals used to stop and rest. The mosque was built by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb Alamgir, making it a significant historical site.




Architecture


The Jamia Masjid in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, is a historic mosque with a notable architectural heritage. Although the specific architectural details of the mosque are not outlined in the data provided, it is mentioned that the mosque was built during the Mughal period and later reconstructed in the 1940s. Mughal architecture has been noted for its designs, domes, and minarets, which could be features of this mosque as well.
The mosque's construction was supervised by Ustab Habib Ullah Mast, a carpenter from Srinagar, and it was built using local stones. The foundation stone of the modern Jamia Masjid at Shopian was laid in 1944, and the construction was completed over a few years. It's also mentioned that the mosque underwent renovation, indicating that efforts have been made to preserve its historical and architectural value.




See also


Jamia Masjid, Srinagar




References

Kata Kunci Pencarian:

• Jamia Masjid, Shopian
• Shopian district
• Jamia Masjid, Srinagar
• Jama Masjid, Delhi
• Babri Masjid
• Cheraman Juma Mosque
• Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah
• Charminar
• Moti Masjid (Agra Fort)
• Taj-ul-Masajid