Indo Islamic Heritage
Masjid-e-Ahle Bait is a community mosque located in Purana (Old) Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273001, India. The name reflects devotion to the Ahl al-Bayt (the Family of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ), and the mosque serves as a centre for daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and commemorative gatherings, particularly associated with reverence for the Prophet’s household.
Situated in the historic quarters of Purana Gorakhpur, Masjid-e-Ahle Bait stands as a spiritual space rooted in deep devotional sentiment. The term “Ahle Bait” refers to the revered family of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — a lineage held in profound esteem across the Islamic world. Through its very name, the mosque reflects a tradition of love, remembrance, and moral guidance inspired by the Prophet’s household. As a functioning congregational mosque, it anchors the spiritual rhythm of Old Gorakhpur through the five daily Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. The mosque provides an intimate setting for reflection and unity, where long-established families and newer residents alike gather in shared devotion.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: PURANA GORAKHPUR, near IMAMBARA, Gorakhnath, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273015
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gorakhpur
Pincode: 273015
Longitude: 83.370° E
Latitude: 26.755° N