Indo Islamic Heritage
Teen Talla Masjid (also locally pronounced Teen Tala Masjid) is a prominent multi-storeyed mosque located in Rajendra Nagar, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273015 (area dependent), India. The name “Teen Talla” means “three storeys,” referring to its vertical architectural structure. It serves as a centre for five daily prayers, Friday (Jumuʿah) congregation, and major Islamic gatherings.
Situated in the well-developed locality of Rajendra Nagar, Teen Talla Masjid stands out for its distinctive vertical design. Unlike traditional single-level neighbourhood mosques, this structure rises across three storeys, reflecting the adaptive architecture of growing urban communities where space is limited yet congregational needs are expanding. The mosque’s multi-level structure allows it to accommodate a larger number of worshippers, particularly during peak times such as Friday prayers and Ramadan evenings. Each level likely functions as an extension of the main prayer hall, enabling smooth congregation flow during busy gatherings. Teen Talla Masjid structures daily devotion through the five obligatory Salah (prayers) — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Its location within Rajendra Nagar makes it a spiritual landmark for residents and nearby shopkeepers alike.
Year of Built: Not Available
Address: Q8CX+JM8, Netaji Subas Chandra Bos Nagar Colony, Rajendra Nagar, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh 273015
Country: India
State: Uttar Pradesh
District: Gorakhpur
Pincode: 273015
Longitude: 83.395° E
Latitude: 26.780° N