Indo Islamic Heritage
Jama Masjid, Tambeshwar Puram, is a local congregational mosque in Fatehpur city, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a community prayer space in the Tambeshwar Puram locality.
Jama Masjid in Tambeshwar Puram, a local mosque situated in the Tambeshwar Puram area of Fatehpur city. Unlike the imperial Jama Masjid of Fatehpur Sikri—which is renowned for its massive courtyard, red sandstone architecture, intricate carvings, the tomb of Sufi saint Salim Chishti, and the towering Buland Darwaza gateway—this local Jama Masjid functions primarily as a neighborhood place of worship. It supports Friday prayers (Jummah) and daily congregations for residents in this part of the city. Tambeshwar Puram is a residential locality in Fatehpur, a historic town in the Ganges-Yamuna Doab region with roots in medieval times, including influences from Pashtun settlers in the 15th century and later Mughal and British periods. The mosque likely dates to a more recent era (exact year not prominently recorded in public historical accounts), reflecting the ongoing tradition of Islamic architecture and community spaces in Uttar Pradesh's smaller towns. It stands as a symbol of local Muslim heritage amid Fatehpur's mix of temples, stepwells, tombs, and other religious sites. Visitors to Fatehpur can explore this mosque for a glimpse into everyday religious life, though for grand historical Islamic architecture, the nearby Fatehpur Sikri complex remains the premier destination with its 16th-century Sufi-influenced Jama Masjid and dargah. The Tambeshwar Puram Jama Masjid contributes to the cultural fabric of the area, emphasizing continuity of faith in a region rich in layered history.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: WRR3+4W9, Tambeshwar Puram, Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh 212601
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Fatehpur
Pincode: 212601
Longitude: 80.8127° E
Latitude: 25.9277° N