Built by Shah Jahan in 1571, the Jama Masjid also known as Dargah Mosque is has an exclusive design which contains elements of Persian and Hindu architectural designs. The main entrance of the Jama Masjid is through the imposing 54 meters high Buland Darwaza. It is the country's largest mosque, where thousands of Muslims offer prayers. It lies opposite the Red Fort and is surrounded by a large number of shops, which deal in a variety of goods. The great mosque of Old Delhi is both the largest in India and the final architectural extravagance of Shah Jahan with a courtyard capable of holding 25,000 devotees.

The intricately designed white marble monument in Fatehpur Sikri, the Jama Masjid houses the tomb of Salim Chisti. The tomb was completed in 1581. It is believed that the great Mughal Emperor, Akbar had come to visit the revered saint Salim Chisti four centuries ago in hope for a son. The belief still holds strong and many childless parents visit Jama Masjid in hope for a child and tie colored threads to the lattice screens of the mosque.

The vast paved courtyard is a rectangle nearly seventy-five metres by sixty-six metres. The whole of the western chamber is a big hall, standing on 260 pillars all carved from Hindu and Jain traditions. The central courtyard is accessible from the East, though there are three ways on the other side too. The Eastern side entrance leads to another enclosure containing the mausoleum of Sultan Ahmed Shah. Thus it is an architectural triumph.

The Jama Masjid is the center of the city of Fatehpur Sikri, which was built around it. The Jama Masjid is built on a high plinth with beautifully decorated sides. The pillars and the dome on the roof of the Jama Masjid adds to the beauty of the monument. The entrance to the Jama Masjid through the Buland Darwaza on one side and another gate known as the Badshahi Darwaza on the other.

The main imam of this Jama Masjid is the direct descendent of the original and first Imam appointed by Emperor Shahjahan and till now there is no break in its descendency. People of other religions are not allowed in between 12-30 and 2-00pm. One is allowed to enter the mosque bare-footed, head covered and wearing lungi, - these are the norms visitors have to follow and are available on payment. For taking photographs one has to buy tickets first.

Air:-Delhi has an international Airport, the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Taxi and Coach Transfer, pre paid taxis, air conditioned and non A/C coaches all can take you to the Jama Masjid from the Airport.

Rail:-Delhi is also the hub of Indian railways Network with trains running to and from all parts of the country.

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