Atala Masjid : Started in 1377 but completed only in 1408 in the reign of Ibrahim Sharquie. This mosque represents the earliest and finest example of Sharquie architecture, and conforms to the general plan of the orthodox mosque. Its most distinguishing feature is the original treatment of the facade of its prayer-hall composed of three large ornamental archways, the central one of which soaring to 23 mts, is gigantic.
Jami Masjid : The last great mosque of Jaunpur and also its largest, the Jami Masjid was built by Hussain Shah in 1458-78. In plan and design it is a larger version of the Atala Mosque. The imposing structure, raised on a high plinth, encloses a courtyard 66 mtr by 64.5 mtr. The interior of the prayer hall is topped by a lofty dome.
Lal Darwaza Masjid : The construction of this mosque, said to have taken place around 1450, is attributed to Bibi Raji, the queen of Sultan Mahmud Shah. It is built on a much smaller area than the Atala Masjid.
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid : This was constructed by Malik Mukhlis and Khalis in 1417.
Shahi Bridge : Constructed by Munim Khan in 1568 this picturesque old bridge spans the Gomti river.
Shitla Choukiya Dham : This famous, ancient temple of Jaunpur is dedicated to Shitla Mata.
Yamdagni Ashram : A religious centre, this ashram is closely associated with the life of sage Parashuram.
Jami Masjid : The last great mosque of Jaunpur and also its largest, the Jami Masjid was built by Hussain Shah in 1458-78. In plan and design it is a larger version of the Atala Mosque. The imposing structure, raised on a high plinth, encloses a courtyard 66 mtr by 64.5 mtr. The interior of the prayer hall is topped by a lofty dome.
Lal Darwaza Masjid : The construction of this mosque, said to have taken place around 1450, is attributed to Bibi Raji, the queen of Sultan Mahmud Shah. It is built on a much smaller area than the Atala Masjid.
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid : This was constructed by Malik Mukhlis and Khalis in 1417.
Shahi Bridge : Constructed by Munim Khan in 1568 this picturesque old bridge spans the Gomti river.
Shitla Choukiya Dham : This famous, ancient temple of Jaunpur is dedicated to Shitla Mata.
Yamdagni Ashram : A religious centre, this ashram is closely associated with the life of sage Parashuram.
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