A minor walking through a water fountation in the compounds of historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar. Jamia Masjid, which was constructed in 1400 AD, is situated at Nowhatta, in the middle of the old city in capital Srinagar. The historic mosque was built by Sultan Sikandar. Later, the son of Sultan Sikandar, Zain-ul-Abidin got the mosque extended. The attractions of the Jama Masjid include beautiful Indo-Saracenic architecture, a magnificent courtyard and 370 wooden pillars. Another feature of the mosque is the peace and tranquility inside it, standing out against the hustle of the old bazaars ar


A minor walking through a water fountation in the compounds of historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar. Jamia Masjid, which was constructed in 1400 AD, is situated at Nowhatta, in the middle of the old city in capital Srinagar. The historic mosque was built by Sultan Sikandar. Later, the son of Sultan Sikandar, Zain-ul-Abidin got the mosque extended. The attractions of the Jama Masjid include beautiful Indo-Saracenic architecture, a magnificent courtyard and 370 wooden pillars. Another feature of the mosque is the peace and tranquility inside it, standing out against the hustle of the old bazaars around it. Hundreds of Muslims assemble at the mosque every day to offer prayers. However, during Friday congregation prayers, thousands of Muslims attend the prayers. The Jamia Masjid got damaged thrice in fire and was reconstructed every time. The last restoration was carried out during the reign of then ruler, Maharaja Pratap , May 23,2007


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