Jamiya Masjid — Attraction in Karnataka

The unique feature in this masjid is the Quran written in gold at the Masjid’s mehrab. This masjid is generally located in the south east part of the city which spreads over an area of about 10,810 square meters. The mosque building is in the shape of rectangle with 170 meters X 70 meters with a large courtyard with a water tank, along with the small sitting arrangements on two sides of the water tank. Where the person who practices the Islamic religion cleans his own feet, hands and face before reading/ listening to the Quran reading at the masjid.

At the front it represents with nine large arches with five inner arches of 45 compartments. It was built around in the year 1565 without full completion, this masjid is a prayer hall with fine aisles supported on piers with an impressive dome in the frontage with nine inlets. It is also very interesting to see the 2250 inlaid rectangular tiles in the form of prayer rugs in the masjid with the dome in semicircular shape. It is said in the year 1636 the mosque was gilded and inscribed with Persian verses and the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb got the mosque extended with eastern gates and verandahs to the east, south and the north. It is also known...

It is an Good Historical place in vijayapur.and a Big masjid of vijayapur. Great and clean place . It has Gardan and big ground.Jama Masjid of Bijapur is a mosque in the Indian state of Karnataka. It was built by Ali Adil Shah I (1558-1580) in the year 1578[1]after the victory over Vijaya Nagara at the Battle of Rakkasagi – Tangadagi in Talikoti in 1565.

Also known as both Jamiya Masjid and Jumma Masjid, the mosque is one of the largest mosques in South India[citation needed]. It was built by Ali Adil Shah I (1558-1580) in the year 1578 after the victory over Vijaya Nagaraat the Battle of Rakkasagi – Tangadagi in Talikoti in 1565. Set in a perfect square of 1,16,300 sq. ft. 2250 to 2500 persons can offer prayers at a stretch. The Central Mihrab on the western wall is inscribed with lines from the Holy Koran. This inscription was completed in 1676 by Malik Yakut, under the orders from Sultan Muhammad Adil Shah. Bijapur has many domed monuments Jamiya Masjid's dome is one of the finest dome among...

Jamiya Masjid in Bijapur is a renowned historical site known for its stunning architecture and rich history. Built during the reign of Muhammad Adil Shah in the 16th century, this mosque is one of the major tourist attractions in Bijapur.

The main attraction of the mosque is its grand dome and beautiful carvings. The structure of the dome and its intricate design make it stand out from other places. The interior of the mosque provides a serene and spiritual atmosphere, offering visitors a sense of peace.

The mosque's courtyard is also very spacious and beautiful, where tourists can spend hours exploring and enjoying the scenic views. The intricate carvings and inscriptions inside the mosque add to its historical significance.

Overall, Jamiya Masjid in Bijapur is a must-visit historical site for those interested in architecture and history. The beauty of this mosque and its spiritual ambiance make it a memorable experience for...