Who was built Moti Masjid?
Emperor Shah Jahan
The Moti Masjid was built by Emperor Shah Jahan (r. 1628-1658) at the highest point in the Agra Fort complex. It was completed in 1655, taking seven years to build.
Why is Moti Masjid famous?
During the rule of Shah Jahan the Mughal emperor, numerous architectural wonders were built. Most famous of them being the Taj Mahal. Moti Masjid earned the epithet Pearl Mosque for it shined like a pearl. It is held that this mosque was constructed by Shah Jahan for his members of royal court.
How many Moti masjids are there?
Moti Masjid (Red Fort), a mosque in Delhi, India. Moti Masjid (Karachi) Moti Masjid (Lahore Fort), a mosque in Lahore, Pakistan. Moti Masjid, within the Zafar Mahal complex in Mehrauli, Delhi.
What is special about Moti Masjid?
Moti Masjid was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan during 1648-54 AD. It was built as a place of worship for the royal members of the court. A mosque that shines like a pearl in a moonlit night, hence the name Pearl Mosque, Moti Masjid is one of the oldest mosques in the city.
Who made Moti Masjid in Lahore?
Shah Jahan
It is a small, white marble structure built by Mughal emperor Jahangir and modified by the architects of Shah Jahan, and is among his prominent extensions (such as Sheesh Mahal and Naulakha pavilion) to the Lahore Fort Complex.
What is Moti Masjid made of?
The Pearl Mosque (Moti Masjid), constructed by Shah Jahān, is a tranquil and perfectly proportioned structure made entirely of white marble. The Hall of Private Audience (Diwan-i-Khas) was used for receiving distinguished visitors.
Is Jama and Jami Masjid same?
Jama Masjid of Agra is popularly referred to as Jami Masjid or the ‘Friday Mosque’. It is one of the largest mosques in the country. This intricately carved red sandstone mosque was built in 1648 by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.