Jamia Masjid - Qila - E - Hasham — Attraction in Karnataka

Shahi Masjid Quila E Hasham Gulbarga

Built in A.D. 1367 under the architect Rafi from Kazwin in northern Persia.

It is a rare example of an Indian mosque without a courtyard as the entire structure is covered with a roof.

The style is neither Persian nor Indian, but both are amalgamated so as both can be unidentifiable.

The structure measures 216' X 176', with cloisters on three sides and a spacious sanctuary with a dome on the western side.

The central area is filled in with rows of aisles forming 68 bays, each roofed by a cupola.

The external appearance of the central dome is made lofty and prominent by raising it on a square clerestory, its shape being repeated by the smaller cupolas.

The dome is supported on the clerestory by means of squinches, some of the arches being gracefully foliated.

Other constructional methods such as oversailing courses of masonry and vaulting are used in the aisles. This indicates a ripe technical knowledge and experience of the builders.

The cloisters consist of a series of single archways of a very wide spans and low imposts.

In the middle of the northern cloister is a large archway with the entrance which breaks the symmetry of the design.

The interior is composed of a perspective of square bays with solid piers and vaulted ceilings in both directions.

The building has very little in terms of ornamentation, but is more of an example of intellectual greatness and originality.

The mosque had a great impact on Deccani architecture, its features like the stilted dome raised on the clerestory and the cloister arches with wide spans and low imposts.

The style of this mosque did not find favour in India, though it may have inspired in a limited way the design of the Kali Masjid and Khirki Masjid built in Delhi...

The Jamia Masjid, also known as Quila E Hasham or the Jami Masjid, is a splendid architectural masterpiece located within the precincts of the Gulbarga Fort in Kalaburagi (formerly known as Gulbarga), Karnataka, India. This historic mosque holds immense cultural and religious significance in the region.

The Jamia Masjid was constructed during the reign of Sultan Taj ud-Din Firuz Shah of the Bahmani Sultanate in the 14th century. It exemplifies the architectural grandeur of the Bahmani dynasty, known for its fusion of Persian and Indo-Islamic architectural styles.

The mosque's most striking feature is its enormous prayer hall with intricately designed arches and domes, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of the era. The central dome, in particular, is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. The mosque's courtyard is spacious, providing ample space for worshipers during congregational prayers.

The Jamia Masjid's historical importance is further accentuated by the presence of inscriptions that detail its construction and the ruler responsible for it.

Visiting the Jamia Masjid is like stepping back in time and immersing oneself in the rich history and architectural heritage of the Deccan region. It remains a revered place of worship and a cultural treasure, drawing both religious devotees and history enthusiasts to its...

Great architect, history says it's was built in ad 1367 The complex was put by UNESCO on its "tentative list" to become a World Heritage Site in 2014, with others in the region, under the name Monuments and Forts of the Deccan Sultanate (despite there being a number of different sultanates).

The Gulbarga Friday Mosque is notable for its divergence from typical mosque architecture of the time.[3] The basic layout is similar to that of a courtyard mosque, except that the central courtyard is covered by sixty-three small domes. The mosque also lacks minarets, instead having four larger domes at each corner of the mosque. Three of the four outer walls are also open to sunlight, while the qibla is solid.

The mosque is also recognized for its influences from Moorish architecture, sharing some design characteristics with the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba.

Disappointed things

Every day thousands of people visiting,but there is no Toilet, bathroom even drinking water Maintanence is very poor

Every jamat going well but visitors walking on musalla,mihrab (sajda place ) without washing their leg(it's called najs) its harmful effects to namaz( remember 90% visitors muslims)

I request to management to put water taps near steps and well maintained public toilets

And charge entry...