Indo Islamic Heritage
Nearest Bus Stand: Kishtwar Bus Stand – approximately 6–7 km Nearest Railway Station: Udhampur Railway Station – approximately 175–180 km Nearest Airport: Jammu Airport – approximately 220–225 km
Jamia Masjid Bandrena is located in Bandrena village/area of Kishtwar (PIN 182204), Jammu & Kashmir. It functions as the primary congregational (Jamia) mosque for Bandrena and nearby habitations, serving as a central place for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumma) congregations, and major Islamic religious events such as Eid prayers and community gatherings. At present, no verified historical or archival records are available regarding the exact year of establishment, founders, or architectural development of the mosque. Despite this, Jamia Masjid Bandrena holds strong religious, social, and cultural importance within the local Muslim community. The mosque reflects a simple, functional, community-oriented architectural style, typical of rural and semi-urban mosques in the Kishtwar region, emphasizing accessibility and collective worship. It also plays a role in religious instruction and community cohesion.
Year of Built: Not Known
Address: Bandrena, Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir 182204
Country: India
State: Jammu and Kashmir
District: Kishtwar
Pincode: 182204
Longitude: 75.7695° E
Latitude: 33.3255° N