Indo Islamic Heritage
The nearest railway station to Dhai Seedhi Ki Masjid is Bhopal Junction, located about 6 km away. The closest bus station is Iskcon Bus Stand (also known as Bhopal Bus Stand), approximately 5 km from the mosque. The nearest airport is Raja Bhoj Airport, situated around 12 km from the site, providing convenient access for travelers visiting the area.
Dhai Seedhi Ki Masjid, meaning "Mosque of the Two and a Half Steps," is a historic mosque located within the Gandhi Medical College campus near Hamidia Hospital in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Built in 1726 by Nawab Dost Mohammad Khan, the founder of Bhopal, it is considered the first mosque of the city and one of the smallest mosques in Asia. Its name comes from a unique architectural feature: a set of two and a half steps leading to the prayer area, reflecting its modest design. Originally constructed to serve as a place of worship for guards stationed at the Fatehgarh Fort, the mosque’s compact size and strategic location highlight its historical and cultural significance. Today, it stands as a symbol of Bhopal’s rich Islamic heritage and the fusion of military and religious architecture in the region.
Year of Built: 18th Century
Address: Medical College Campus, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462001
Country: India
State: Madhya Pradesh
District: Bhopal
Pincode: 462001
Longitude: 77°23′30″ E
Latitude: 23°15′40″ N