Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Ghari Kohna (also referred to as Ghari Kohna Masjid) is a local historic mosque in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. As a community mosque in the region founded in the early 18th century during the Nawabi period under Muhammad Khan Bangash, it represents the Islamic architectural and religious heritage of the area. It serves as a place of worship for local Muslims and stands as a modest yet significant landmark amid Farrukhabad's blend of Mughal-era history and everyday life.
Farrukhabad, a historic city in Uttar Pradesh situated along the banks of the Ganges, was founded in 1714 by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash, a Mughal governor who named it after Emperor Farrukhsiyar. The region has deep roots in antiquity, but its prominent Islamic heritage emerged during the 18th-century Nawabi rule of the Bangash Pathans, who established control over parts of the Doab region. This period saw the construction of various mosques, forts, and community structures reflecting Mughal-influenced Islamic culture. Masjid Ghari Kohna is one such local mosque in Farrukhabad, embodying the modest yet enduring religious sites that dot the city. While not as grand as imperial monuments in larger cities, it holds local historical value as a place of prayer and community gathering. Such mosques often feature simple designs with elements like arched entrances, minarets, and prayer halls typical of regional Indo-Islamic architecture from the Mughal and post-Mughal eras. In Farrukhabad, these sites highlight the area's Muslim cultural presence, tied to the Nawabs' legacy and the district's diverse history alongside Hindu and Buddhist influences (such as nearby Sankisa). Today, Masjid Ghari Kohna continues to function as an active local mosque, contributing to the spiritual life of residents in this "Potato City" known more for agriculture and zardozi embroidery than grand tourism. It exemplifies the quiet preservation of Islamic heritage in smaller towns of Uttar Pradesh.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 9HPG+2HX, Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh 209625
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209625
Longitude: 79.5881° E
Latitude: 27.3870° N