Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Gulzar-E-Madina is a local mosque located in Azad Nagar (also spelled Azaad Nagar or Azad Nagaar), Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a community prayer hall and religious site for the local Muslim population in this area of the city.
Firozabad, often called the "City of Bangles," has a rich history of Islamic architecture and religious sites due to its time under Mughal and earlier Sultanate influences. The district boasts several historic mosques, such as the Shahi Masjid (possibly dating back to the 16th century during Sher Shah Suri's era or completed under Shah Jahan), Jama Masjid, and others reflecting Indo-Islamic styles with arches, minarets, and intricate designs. These sites highlight the region's cultural blend and devotion among its residents (with nearly 48% Muslim population as per past census data). Amid these, Masjid Gulzar-E-Madina stands as a vital community mosque in the Azad Nagar locality. It functions primarily as a jama masjid for daily prayers, Friday congregations, and religious events. Recent community posts (e.g., from 2024) mention construction progress on its minar shareef basement, indicating active maintenance and expansion by local devotees. This reflects the ongoing vitality of Islamic worship spaces in modern Firozabad.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 5C5F+2P7, hasmat nagar, Azad Nagaar, Didamai, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.42437 E
Latitude: 27.157102 N