Indo Islamic Heritage
Fatima Bagh Markaz (also referred to as Fatima Masjid or associated with similar naming) is a local Islamic place of worship, likely a mosque, situated in the Rasulpur/Rupaspur area of Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It serves the Muslim community in this rural/semi-urban locality as a site for daily prayers, religious gatherings, and community activities.
Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh is home to several Islamic sites, ranging from historic Mughal-era mosques to local community mosques and shrines that reflect the region's rich syncretic culture and Muslim heritage. Among these lesser-known but significant local landmarks is Fatima Bagh Markaz (commonly associated with Fatima Masjid), located in the Rasulpur (or Rupaspur) area. This site functions primarily as a mosque, providing a space for salah (prayers), Friday congregations, and religious education or community events. The name "Fatima Bagh Markaz" likely draws inspiration from Fatima (a revered figure in Islam, daughter of Prophet Muhammad) and "Bagh" (garden), indicating a serene, possibly green-surrounded location, while "Markaz" suggests it may serve as a central or organizational hub for local Islamic activities, perhaps linked to educational or dawah efforts. The mosque is situated in a peaceful part of Firozabad district, away from the city's bustling glassware markets, and caters to residents of nearby villages and neighborhoods. Unlike prominent historical Islamic sites in Uttar Pradesh—such as the Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri (built 1571) or the Atala Masjid in Jaunpur—it appears to be a community-built structure without recorded grand architectural features or royal patronage. No definitive historical records indicate an ancient origin, and it is probably a post-independence or 20th-century establishment, typical of many local mosques in rural Uttar Pradesh that evolve with community needs.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: NH2, Highway, Rasulpur, Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.3726°E
Latitude: 27.1504°N