Indo Islamic Heritage
Gausiya Masjid (also spelled Gausia or Gousia Masjid) is a local mosque located in the Rano Pali (or Ranopali) area of Ayodhya (formerly part of Faizabad district), Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a place of worship for the local Muslim community in this predominantly Hindu pilgrimage city, known for its historical and religious significance.
Gausiya Masjid is a modest neighborhood mosque situated in Rano Pali, a locality in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh (historically associated with Faizabad). As a local Islamic site, it caters primarily to the resident Muslim population in the area, providing a space for daily prayers, community gatherings, and religious activities. Unlike grand historical mosques such as the Babri Masjid (demolished in 1992) or other Mughal-era structures in the region, Gausiya Masjid is a contemporary local landmark with no widely documented ancient historical or architectural prominence. It reflects the everyday religious life of Muslims in Ayodhya, a city revered in Hinduism as the birthplace of Lord Rama but also home to a diverse community. The mosque's exact year of construction is not publicly recorded in available historical sources, suggesting it is a relatively modern structure built to serve the local needs rather than a heritage site from the Mughal or Nawabi periods.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Q5GP+QFH, Panchkosi Orbiting Path, Rano Pali, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh 224123
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Faizabad
Pincode: 224001
Longitude: 82.200° E
Latitude: 26.792° N