Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Abu Hanifah is conveniently accessible from major transport points within Srinagar. The nearest railway station is Srinagar Railway Station, located approximately 12 kilometers away. The nearest major bus stand is Batamaloo Bus Stand, at a distance of around 6 kilometers. The nearest airport is Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, Srinagar, situated roughly 13 kilometers from the mosque.
Masjid Abu Hanifah Nawabazar is a neighbourhood mosque located at Sonar Kol in the Nawabazar area of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The mosque is named after Imam Abu Hanifah (RA), the founder of the Hanafi school of Islamic jurisprudence, reflecting the theological orientation traditionally followed by a large section of Muslims in Kashmir. Established to meet the religious and spiritual needs of the local population, Masjid Abu Hanifah has long served as a centre for daily congregational prayers, Friday (Jumma) prayers, and basic religious instruction. Situated in one of Srinagar’s oldest residential quarters, the mosque is closely woven into the social and cultural fabric of Nawabazar, an area known for its historic lanes, markets, and religious institutions. Architecturally, the mosque follows a simple and functional urban Kashmiri style, focusing on practicality and congregational space rather than elaborate decoration. Beyond its role as a place of worship, Masjid Abu Hanifah also contributes to community cohesion, moral guidance, and the preservation of Islamic traditions, making it an important local religious landmark in the old city of Srinagar.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Sonar kol, Nawabazar, Srinagar, 190002
Country: India
State: Jammu and Kashmir
District: Srinagar
Pincode: 190002
Longitude: 74.8057° E
Latitude: 34.0892° N