Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Raza (also referred to as Raza Masjid or similar local variants) is a local mosque located in the Rasulpur area of Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a place of worship for the Muslim community in this residential locality. While not among the prominently documented historical monuments like the Shahi Masjid in Firozabad, it represents the everyday Islamic religious heritage in the region.
Firozabad district in Uttar Pradesh is home to a rich blend of religious sites, including several mosques that reflect the area's Islamic history influenced by Mughal and later periods. While the city boasts notable historical mosques like the Shahi Masjid (attributed to the time of Sher Shah Suri or Shah Jahan in the 16th-17th century), smaller local mosques in areas like Rasulpur cater to community needs. Masjid Raza is situated in Rasulpur, a locality within or near Firozabad city. It functions as a neighborhood mosque for daily prayers and community gatherings. Rasulpur has other mosques such as Mohammadi Masjid, Hussaini Masjid, and Masjid Rahmat, indicating a strong Muslim presence in the area. Recent events in Rasulpur (under local police stations like Rasulpur or nearby) have included archaeological interest near sites like Mohammadi Masjid, but no specific historical significance is tied directly to Masjid Raza itself.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 4CW5+H9H, Rasulpur, Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.4110° E
Latitude: 27.1467° N