Indo Islamic Heritage
Noor Masjid is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in the Lanka locality of Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh 233001, India. It serves as an active centre for the five daily prayers and the Friday (Jumuʿah) congregational prayer, supporting the spiritual life of the surrounding Muslim community.
Noor Masjid stands in the Lanka area of Ghazipur city, a locality known for its residential clusters and market surroundings. The name “Noor” (meaning light) reflects a spiritually symbolic Islamic naming tradition, signifying divine guidance and illumination. As a congregational mosque, Noor Masjid facilitates the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — allowing residents to gather in congregation throughout the day. On Fridays, it hosts the Jumuʿah prayer, including the khutbah (sermon), drawing larger attendance from Lanka and nearby neighbourhoods. During the holy month of Ramadan, the mosque becomes especially active with: Taraweeh prayers after Isha Community Iftar gatherings Increased Quran recitation On Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, Noor Masjid serves as a focal venue for congregational Eid prayers, reinforcing unity and shared devotion among local worshippers.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: HH84+552, Gorabazar, Mishra Bazar, Fullanpur, Lanka, Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh 233001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Ghazipur
Pincode: 233001
Longitude: 83.585° E
Latitude: 25.585° N