Indo Islamic Heritage
Shams Masjid is a neighbourhood congregational mosque located in Shams Nagar, Mewatiyaan area of Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271001, India. It serves as an active centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) worship, and Ramadan gatherings, forming an important spiritual anchor for residents of the locality.
Situated in the historic Mewatiyaan locality of Gonda city, Shams Masjid stands within Shams Nagar, a residential cluster known for its close-knit Muslim community. The name “Shams” means “sun” in Arabic — symbolising light, guidance, and illumination — qualities often associated with religious devotion and spiritual awakening. As a community mosque, Shams Masjid facilitates the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — providing accessible worship space for families and local residents. The mosque plays a particularly central role on Fridays, when the Jumuʿah prayer is held along with a khutbah (sermon) offering moral and spiritual guidance relevant to everyday life.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: K G Road, Shams Nagar, Mewatiyan, Gonda, Uttar Pradesh 271001
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gonda
Pincode: 271001
Longitude: 81.967° E
Latitude: 27.128° N