India's largest mosque, built by Shah Jahan and completed in 1656. The mosque can accommodate over 25,000 worshippers and features two 40-metre minarets and three marble domes. The main courtyard is paved with black-and-white marble. Climbing the southern minaret rewards visitors with panoramic views of Old Delhi's skyline.
| Hours | Daily, open after Fajr (dawn) prayer to sunset; closed during prayer times |
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| Address | Jama Masjid Road, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi 110006 |
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Location
Jama Masjid Road, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi 110006
Tips for visiting
- Minaret climb: INR 100. Modest dress required
- clothing available for hire at the gate. Photography fee: INR 300 for cameras (phones free). Vibrant atmosphere during Friday prayers and Eid.