Damdi Masjid

Damdi Masjid is a mosque in Ahmednagar, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It was built during the reign of the Ahmednagar Sultanate in 1568. It is designated as a monument of national importance.[1][2][3]

Damdi Masjid
Religion
AffiliationIslam
Location
LocationAhmednagar
Architecture
Date established1568
The mosque as seen from the southeast

History

The mosque is dated to 1568.[1]

Description

Exterior

The mosque facade has three pointed arches, which lead into the prayer hall. Square pylons are provided at all four corners of the building, upon which rise slender minarets.[1]

The mosque is topped by a trefoil-patterned parapet wall. In the middle of the parapet are two finials, topped by octagonal pavillions and domed pinnacles. These are connected by a free-standing arch.[1]

Interior

The mosque interior is divided into six bays.[1]

References

  1. Michell, George; Zebrowski, Mark. Architecture and Art of the Deccan Sultanates (PDF). The New Cambridge History of India I : 7. Cambridge University Press. pp. 81–82. Retrieved 2023-10-14.
  2. "Damri Masjid". Archaeological Survey of India ,Aurangabad Circle. Retrieved 2023-10-14.
  3. "Damdi Masjid, Ahmednagar". The Deccan. 16 September 2020. Retrieved 14 October 2023.


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