Indo Islamic Heritage
Ek Minara Masjid (also known as Ek Minar Wali Masjid) is a local mosque located in the Rakabganj Khurd area near Townhall Tiraha in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. It is a modest community mosque characterized by its single minaret, serving as a place of worship for the local Muslim population. As a lesser-known site, it represents everyday Islamic architectural elements in a small-town setting rather than a grand historical monument.
Ek Minara Masjid is situated in the bustling locality of Rakabganj Khurd, close to Townhall Tiraha in Farrukhabad city, Uttar Pradesh. This local mosque, often referred to by residents as "Ek Minar Wali Masjid" due to its distinctive single minaret, functions primarily as a neighborhood place of worship. Unlike the more famous Ek Minar mosques found in other parts of India (such as in Raichur, Karnataka, or historical sites in Gujarat), this one appears to be a contemporary or relatively modern community structure without extensive documented historical significance in major records. It caters to the daily prayer needs of the local Muslim community in this part of Farrukhabad, a district known for its Mughal-era founding in 1714 by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash and its blend of cultural influences along the Ganges plain. Farrukhabad itself has a rich history tied to Nawabi and colonial periods, with remnants of forts and other structures, but local mosques like this one highlight the enduring presence of Islamic heritage in everyday life. The mosque's simple design, featuring one prominent minaret, makes it a recognizable landmark in the Rakabganj Khurd area, near key intersections like Townhall Tiraha.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Rakabganj khurd townhall tiraha, Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh 209625
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209625
Longitude: 79.5881° E
Latitude: 27.3870° N