Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid Quba is a local mosque situated in the Abbas Nagar area of Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh. It serves as a community prayer hall for residents in this predominantly mixed-population locality near the city. Named after the historic Masjid Quba in Medina (the first mosque in Islam built by Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE), this local version functions as a neighborhood place of worship rather than a major historical monument. It is listed among religious sites in Firozabad and supports daily prayers, Friday congregations, and community activities.
Masjid Quba stands as a modest yet important local Islamic site in the Abbas Nagar neighborhood. Located in Abbas Nagar—a residential area close to Firozabad city—this mosque is frequently mentioned in local directories and maps as a key place of worship. Abbas Nagar falls under the broader Firozabad postal and administrative zone, with easy access via local roads connecting to nearby areas like Madina Colony, Chisti Nagar, and Azad Nagar. The mosque is part of the community's daily religious life, where Muslims gather for the five daily prayers (Salah), Jumu'ah (Friday prayers), and special occasions such as Eid. The name "Masjid Quba" draws inspiration from the renowned Masjid Quba in Medina, Saudi Arabia—the world's first mosque, established by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during the Hijrah in 622 CE. That original site holds profound significance in Islamic history, praised in the Quran (Surah At-Tawbah 9:108) for being founded on piety, with rewards promised for praying there. While the Firozabad mosque does not share the same ancient origins or global fame, its naming reflects cultural reverence for Islamic heritage and serves as a spiritual reminder for local devotees. Unlike grand historical mosques in Uttar Pradesh (such as those from Mughal eras in Agra or Lucknow), this Masjid Quba is a contemporary community mosque. No specific historical events, architectural details, or construction date are widely recorded, suggesting it was built in recent decades to meet the needs of the growing Muslim population in Abbas Nagar. It remains a vital hub for religious and social gatherings in the locality.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: 5C6C+88J, Abbas Nagar, Firozabad, Didamai, Uttar Pradesh 283203
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Firozabad
Pincode: 283203
Longitude: 78.420 E
Latitude: 27.162 N