Indo Islamic Heritage
Badi Minar (Ali Masjid) is a historic neighbourhood mosque located on Ghiya Mandi Road, Chowk Bazar, Mathura. The mosque serves as an important centre of worship and is recognized for its distinctive tall minaret, from which it derives its popular name.
Badi Minar (Ali Masjid), situated on Ghiya Mandi Road in the historic Chowk Bazar area of Mathura, is an active mosque associated with the religious and cultural life of the local Muslim community. The mosque provides a peaceful setting for the five daily prayers, Jumu‘ah (Friday) congregational prayers, Qur'anic recitation, and other religious gatherings. Popularly known as "Badi Minar" because of its prominent minaret, the mosque forms part of the rich Islamic heritage of old Mathura. During Ramadan, it hosts Taraweeh prayers, Qur'an recitation, and devotional programmes, while Eid celebrations bring together worshippers from the surrounding neighbourhoods. Architecturally, the mosque follows the traditional North Indian mosque style, featuring a prayer hall, mihrab, minbar, and its notable minaret, which serves as a recognizable landmark within the historic market area.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: GM2H+MPV, Ghiya Mandi Rd, Chowk Bazar, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Mathura
Pincode: 281001
Longitude: 77.674° E
Latitude: 27.503° N