About
The Jama Masjid in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, is a large congregational mosque, also known as the Friday Mosque or the Principal Mosque of Agra. It stands in the Mantola area of the city, and its address is Mantola, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282003.
What you will see
The mosque was built by Jahanara Begum, daughter of Shah Jahan, and it is constructed in red sandstone and marble. Its design is an example of Indo-Islamic architecture, and visitors often come to look closely at the contrast between the two materials and the proportions of the building.
Planning a visit
- Type of visit: a place of worship that also welcomes visitors interested in architecture and the history of Agra.
- Location: in the Mantola area of the city, so it suits a walk or short ride as part of a wider day of sightseeing.
- Contact: +91-562-2460454, if you want to check arrangements before you go.
Because the Jama Masjid is an active mosque and a place of prayer, it is worth keeping in mind a respectful manner of dress and behaviour while you are there. Agra is well known for its historic monuments, and this mosque makes a quieter counterpart to the more visited sites in the city.
