Indo Islamic Heritage
Gular Wali Masjid is a modest local mosque located in the Manhari area of Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a place of worship for the surrounding community in this historic district, known for its Mughal-era roots. While not a major tourist attraction or nationally recognized historical monument, it represents the everyday Islamic heritage in a region founded in the early 18th century.
Farrukhabad district in Uttar Pradesh has a rich Islamic history tied to its founding in 1714 by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash, a Mughal governor who named the city after Emperor Farrukhsiyar. The area features several mosques reflecting Mughal and local architectural influences, though many are community-focused rather than grand historical structures. Gular Wali Masjid, situated in Manhari—a residential locality within Farrukhabad city—exemplifies such local mosques. The name "Gular Wali" likely refers to a distinctive feature, possibly related to fig trees ("gular" in Hindi) or a historical association, though specific origins remain undocumented in public sources. As a neighborhood mosque, it primarily caters to daily prayers and community gatherings for local residents. Unlike prominent historical mosques in nearby areas (such as those in Shamsabad or larger structures in Fatehgarh), Gular Wali Masjid is not noted for elaborate architecture or protected heritage status. It stands as a functional religious site amid Farrukhabad's blend of Hindu and Muslim cultural traditions, contributing to the region's Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb (composite culture).
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Khatakpura ijjat Khan, Manhari, Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh 209625
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209625
Longitude: 79.5800° E
Latitude: 27.3900° N