Indo Islamic Heritage
Jama Masjid in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, is a local congregational mosque (Jama Masjid means "Friday mosque") serving the Muslim community in the historic city of Farrukhabad. Founded in the early 18th century during the Nawabi period, Farrukhabad was established around 1714 by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash under Mughal patronage, and the area features several historical Islamic structures reflecting its Nawabi heritage. While not as prominently documented as grand Mughal sites like those in Delhi or Agra, this local Jama Masjid stands as an important religious and community landmark in the city.
Farrukhabad, located in central Uttar Pradesh along the Ganges plains, was founded in the early 18th century by Muhammad Khan Bangash, a governor under Mughal Emperor Farrukhsiyar, giving the city its name. The region has a rich history of Nawabi rule, with influences from Mughal architecture and Islamic traditions. Amid its markets, residential areas, and historical sites, the Jama Masjid serves as a key religious center for the local Muslim population. This mosque, often referred to simply as Jama Masjid (or the local Friday mosque), is a modest yet significant place of worship typical of regional congregational mosques in Uttar Pradesh. It supports communal prayers, especially the Jumu'ah (Friday) prayers, and acts as a focal point for religious and social activities in the neighborhood. While specific architectural details like ornate minarets or large domes (common in imperial mosques) may not be as elaborate here, it represents the everyday Islamic heritage preserved in smaller towns founded during the decline of Mughal central power and the rise of local Nawabs. The mosque remains active and integral to the community's life, standing as a testament to the enduring presence of Islamic culture in Farrukhabad alongside its other historical elements.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Masjid, bhoosa mandi fatehgarh, K. V. RRC, PWD Colony, Fatehgarh, Uttar Pradesh 209601
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209601
Longitude: 79.5881° E
Latitude: 27.3870° N