Shah Faisal Mosque:
Shah Faisal Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world is located on the northern edge of the capital city of Islamabad with the Margalla Hills as a back drop. The white marble geometric design with huge minarets make the mosque stunning. The architecture is reminiscent of Istanbul mosques, with a mix of Italian and Arabian influence.
Shah Faisal Mosque can accomodate 100,000 worshipers and within the mosque there is a museum, lecture hall, cafe, an extensive library, gift shop and a University that has over 700 students.
Getting There
Shah Faisal mosque is located in the capital city of Islamabad at the end of Shaharah-e-Islamabad, putting it at one end of the city and in front of a magnificent backdrop provided by the Margalla Hills. It is a focal point of Islamabad, and famous and recognized icon of the city.
Shah Faisal Mosque can accomodate 100,000 worshipers and within the mosque there is a museum, lecture hall, cafe, an extensive library, gift shop and a University that has over 700 students.
Getting There
Shah Faisal mosque is located in the capital city of Islamabad at the end of Shaharah-e-Islamabad, putting it at one end of the city and in front of a magnificent backdrop provided by the Margalla Hills. It is a focal point of Islamabad, and famous and recognized icon of the city.
Badshahi Mosque:
Badshahi Mosque situated outside the Lahore Fort, is one of four of the most famous examples of Mughal Architecture appreciated worldwide for its elegant blend of grace, strength, and harmony.
Apart from its design, it is also one of the largest mosques in the world. The mosque has the capacity to accommodate over 100,000 worshippers. It is said to have the largest mosque courtyard in the world for outdoor prayers. The amazing symmetry of the three giant white marble domes that cap the numerous arches is a marvel of architecture, and the numerous other huge domes and minarets are striking from a distance. The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 meters, soaring up to 54 meters.
The mosque was built by the great Emperor Aurangzeb, composed entirely of red sandstone; it was finished in the record time of only two and half years.
Location
Bahahi Mosque is located on the outskirts of Lahore near Lahore Fort.
Apart from its design, it is also one of the largest mosques in the world. The mosque has the capacity to accommodate over 100,000 worshippers. It is said to have the largest mosque courtyard in the world for outdoor prayers. The amazing symmetry of the three giant white marble domes that cap the numerous arches is a marvel of architecture, and the numerous other huge domes and minarets are striking from a distance. The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 meters, soaring up to 54 meters.
The mosque was built by the great Emperor Aurangzeb, composed entirely of red sandstone; it was finished in the record time of only two and half years.
Location
Bahahi Mosque is located on the outskirts of Lahore near Lahore Fort.
Wazir Khan's Mosque:
This unique mosque is one of the most beautiful mosques in Pakistan. It was built in 1634 by Hakim Ali-ud-din, popularly known as Wazir Khan, who was governor of the area during the reign of Shah Jahan. The Mosque is justifiably famous for the colorful fresco and tile decoration which adorns both the interior and exterior of the building.
Location
Wazir Khan's Mosque is located in Lahore old city, 300 meters from Delhi Gate
Location
Wazir Khan's Mosque is located in Lahore old city, 300 meters from Delhi Gate
Golden Mosque or Sunehri Masjid:
Golden Mosque is a remarkably beautiful mosque with three golden domes. The mosque is elevated on a higher plinth, surrounded by old bazaars.
It has a beautiful gate-way which measures 21.33 metres in length and a courtyard that measures 161.5 x 160.6 metres and is said to be the largest mosque courtyard in the world for outdoor prayers. The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 metres, soaring up to 54 meters.
Location
Golden Mosque is located in Kahmiri Bazaar in the city of Lahore.
It has a beautiful gate-way which measures 21.33 metres in length and a courtyard that measures 161.5 x 160.6 metres and is said to be the largest mosque courtyard in the world for outdoor prayers. The marble domes cover seven prayer chambers. Four lofty minarets stand at the four corners of the mosque, each with an outer circumference of 20 metres, soaring up to 54 meters.
Location
Golden Mosque is located in Kahmiri Bazaar in the city of Lahore.
Bhong Mosque:
Bhong mosque is known for its exquisite design and architectural beauty with gold leaves carved for the intricate decorative patterns and the stylish calligraphic work.
Location
Bhong Mosque is located in the village of Bhong, Sadiqabad in the district of Rahim yar khan, Pakistan.
Location
Bhong Mosque is located in the village of Bhong, Sadiqabad in the district of Rahim yar khan, Pakistan.
Mahabbat Khan Mosque:
Mahabbat Khan Mosque is another example of magnificent Mughal architecture. A narrow gateway sandwiched between jewelry shops leads to the Mosque. The interior is beautifully colored with floral patterns and geometric designs. The prayer hall is sheltered beneath three domes with two minarets as borders, a show of redolent classic Mughal style. The mosque was named after Mahabbat Khan who was the governor that served under both Shah Jahan and Auragzeb in the 1670s.
Location
Mahabbat Khan Mosque is located in the Andarshahr Bazaar, Peshawar.
Location
Mahabbat Khan Mosque is located in the Andarshahr Bazaar, Peshawar.
Dai Anga's Mosque:
Dai Mosuqe is another spectacular piece of archietcure built in the Mughar era. The design of the mosque is based on a single-aisle 3-bay plan form—a comparatively simplified version of the spectacular mosques built by the Mughals. The prayer chamber is divided into three compartments by means of lateral arches. The central bay, larger than the others, has exceptionally rich decoration. The usual arched recess sunk deeply into the western wall serves as the mihrab. It is crowned, like its flanking counterparts, with a high double dome placed on squinches composed of eight small arched panels. embellished with tiled pane.
Location
Dai Mosque mosque is situated is the city of Lahore in the Naulakha area, southeast of the fortress-like railway station.
Location
Dai Mosque mosque is situated is the city of Lahore in the Naulakha area, southeast of the fortress-like railway station.
Shah Jahan Mosque:
Shah Jahan mosque was built during the Mughal period in 1647 A.D.This fantastic mosque is said to have the most sophisticated display of blue and white tile work in South Asia. The tiles were created using an ancient method passed down from generation to generation. Artist’s who reproduce these tiles today claim that the blue and white tile qualities are unattainable in other locations around the globe due to the rare constituents used coupled with their unique processes. This is a definite ‘have to see’ for those interested in artistic masterpieces.
Location
Shah Jahan’s Mosque is located in the outback of Thatta, a few km’s from Karachi, in the providence of Sindh. It is here you will find another one of the world renown Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s masterpieces.
Location
Shah Jahan’s Mosque is located in the outback of Thatta, a few km’s from Karachi, in the providence of Sindh. It is here you will find another one of the world renown Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan’s masterpieces.
Tauba Mosque:
Masjid-e-Tauba is modern marvel of architecture. It is said have largest single dome in the world that actually drapes the entire prayer hall with a capacity to accommodate a group of 5000. The Mosque has only one minarate that towers 70 meters into the sky.
Location
Tauba Mosque is situated in the Defence Housing Authority, in the largest city of Pakistan, Karachi, in the province of Sindh.
Location
Tauba Mosque is situated in the Defence Housing Authority, in the largest city of Pakistan, Karachi, in the province of Sindh.
Pearl Mosque:
Pearl Mosque, otherwise known as Moti Mosque, was completed in 1659 and is located within the famous Lahore Fort in the city of Lahore. The famous Taj Mahal, one of the top 7 wonders of the world, and the famous Diwan-e-Khas, which overlooks the Ravi, in Pakistan, was constructed by Shah Jahn, and the Pearl Mosque is just another feather in his hat. Adjacent to Pearl Mosque is where you can see this world renowned architect’s sleeping chamber that is today open for pubic viewing. Within the same complex, beyond the audience hall, is an exclusive place that was once reserved for only royal ladies. Lovely carved marble, and lustrous pearls, can be seen in this luxurious area that once catered to only the most elite woman of this period.
Nearby is a marble pavilion called "Naulakha" Inlaid floral motifs and precious gems adorn this fascinating pavilion. Sheesh Mahal, or Palace of Mirrors, is another one of Shah Jahan’s projects constructed at the time the Pearl Mosque was erected. Mirrors and ornate designed stars and patterns decorate the ceilings of the palace. Beautiful mosaic paintings depicting the Mughal Prince’s sport decorate the walls. It was in the Palace of Mirrors that people gathered to view the Emperor Jharokha and admire this luminously colored wall. Here you will find a dazzling veranda that overlooks a marble paved quadrangle with a fountain
Nearby is a marble pavilion called "Naulakha" Inlaid floral motifs and precious gems adorn this fascinating pavilion. Sheesh Mahal, or Palace of Mirrors, is another one of Shah Jahan’s projects constructed at the time the Pearl Mosque was erected. Mirrors and ornate designed stars and patterns decorate the ceilings of the palace. Beautiful mosaic paintings depicting the Mughal Prince’s sport decorate the walls. It was in the Palace of Mirrors that people gathered to view the Emperor Jharokha and admire this luminously colored wall. Here you will find a dazzling veranda that overlooks a marble paved quadrangle with a fountain
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