Nakhoda Masjid
Nakhoda Masjid
Synopsis
The largest mosque in Kolkata, the Nakhoda Masjid is one of the major tourist attractions of the city. It was built by Abdur Rahim Osman in 1926. He hailed from the region of Kutch in Gujarat and belonged to the Sunni Muslim commu … Read more
The largest mosque in Kolkata, the Nakhoda Masjid is one of the major tourist attractions of the city. It was built by Abdur Rahim Osman in 1926. He hailed from the region of Kutch in Gujarat and belonged to the Sunni Muslim community. Built on the lines of Akbar’s Tomb at Sikandra, the architecture of the mosque is a grand example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The entrance of the mosque has a striking resemblance to that of the Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri. The mosque has two minarets and three domes with an additional 25 minarets. The monument can accommodate 10,000 devotees during a prayer meeting. Inside the mosque, a small exhibition is held at regular intervals where you can choose to buy some exquisite ornaments. You can also by attar outside the mosque on all days, except Sundays. Tourists throng to this monument to catch glimpses of its exquisite architecture. So if you are making a trip to Kolkata, do remember to visit this iconic structure.
closecomments
Be the first one to review.
We have sent you a verification email. To verify, just follow the link in the message
end of article
Next story
Birla Mandir
Visual Stories
10 pretty Indian villages to visit this year-end
8 castles in Germany straight out of a fairy-tale
8 tiger reserves every wildlife enthusiast should visit in India
10 animals that are easily spotted in Ranthambore National Park
How to prepare for a night safari in India?
9 rare animals to spot in the Western Ghats and where to find them
Trending Stories
“Don’t go to Bihar”: Canadian tourist ignored the warning, and found something India needs to hear
7 countries where the Indian Rupee (INR) is strong and how travellers can make the most out of it
IndiGo issues travel advisory as Middle East tensions raise risk of flight disruptions; what travellers need to know
The world's oldest island is also the one with the most unique wildlife – can you take a guess?
IMD forecast warns of widespread rain and storms in these states: How India’s changing weather may impact travellers
Comments (0)