Indo Islamic Heritage
Qubra Masjid is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in the Nakhas area of Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh 233001, India. It serves as a local centre of Islamic worship where residents gather for the five daily prayers and the weekly Friday (Jumuʿah) congregational prayer.
Qubra Masjid in Nakhas is an established community mosque that supports the spiritual needs of the local Muslim population in this traditional section of Ghazipur city. The name “Qubra Masjid” generally refers to a mosque designated for large congregational use — particularly for Friday prayers — similar in meaning to Jama Masjid (“grand mosque”). It functions as a primary locality mosque for daily worship and community gatherings. The mosque provides space for the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — where worshippers come together throughout the day. On Fridays, the mosque hosts the Jumuʿah prayer, which includes a sermon (khutbah) followed by collective prayer, often drawing a larger attendance from Nakhas and nearby neighbourhoods. During the holy month of Ramadan, Qubra Masjid becomes especially active with Taraweeh prayers held after Isha, increased community involvement, and communal Iftar gatherings. It also serves as an important gathering point during Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, reinforcing its role as both a spiritual and social hub.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Nakhas, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh 233001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Ghazipur
Pincode: 233001
Longitude: 83.595° E
Latitude: 25.590° N