Indo Islamic Heritage
Imli Wali Masjid (also known as Imliwali Masjid) is a modest local mosque in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a neighborhood prayer site in the bustling Bazaria Nihal Chand area. Named likely after a tamarind (imli) tree that may have historically stood nearby, it functions as a community mosque rather than a major historical monument.
Farrukhabad, a historic city in Uttar Pradesh established in the 18th century by Nawab Muhammad Khan Bangash, is home to several mosques reflecting the area's Mughal and Nawabi Islamic heritage. Among these local religious sites is Imli Wali Masjid, a community mosque located in the Bazaria Nihal Chand locality. This area, part of the vibrant market (bazaria) zone named after Nihal Chand, features everyday commercial activity alongside residential neighborhoods and places of worship. The mosque derives its name from "imli" (tamarind in Hindi/Urdu), possibly referencing a prominent tamarind tree that once marked the spot or shaded the site, a common naming convention for mosques in India. It stands as a simple, functional place of worship for local Muslims, emphasizing daily prayers (namaz), community gatherings, and religious observances rather than grand architectural features or imperial patronage. Unlike larger historical mosques in nearby regions (such as those in Kannauj or other parts of Uttar Pradesh with documented Mughal-era origins), Imli Wali Masjid appears to be a vernacular, neighborhood-level structure without extensive records of royal construction or renovation. It remains an active site for the faithful in Farrukhabad, contributing to the city's diverse cultural fabric where Islamic traditions blend with local life. Farrukhabad itself has a rich history of Islamic architecture, influenced by its founding as a fortified town and its role in the Doab region.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 9HPF+5FR, Railway Road, near Silver Shine, Nala Machratta, Bazaria Nihal Chand, Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh 209625
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Farrukhabad
Pincode: 209625
Longitude: 79.5881° E.
Latitude: 27.3870° N