Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, North
India
was of
great importance during medieval times. It was founded in the 14th
century by Feroz Shah Tuglaq to perpetuate the memory of his cousin
Sultan Mohammad whose real name was Jauna.
Jaunpur was also an important centre of Islamic studies which speaks of its architectural heritage.
Jaunpur was also an important centre of Islamic studies which speaks of its architectural heritage.
Historical Places at
Jaunpur, North
India
Atala Masjid was started in 1377 but completed only in 1408 in the
reign of Ibrahim Sharquie. This Masjid represents the earliest and
finest example of Sharquie architecture, and conforms to the general
plan of the orthodox Masjid. Its most distinguishing feature is the
original treatment of the facade of its prayer-hall composed of three
large ornamental archways, the central one of which soaring to 23 mts,
is gigantic.
Jami Masjid, Jaunpur
Jami Masjid is the last great Masjid of Jaunpur and also it’s largest. The Jami Masjid was built by Hussain Shah in 1458-78. In plan and design it is a larger version of the Atala Masjid. The imposing structure, raised on a high platform, encloses a courtyard of 66 mtr by 64.5 mtr. The interior of the prayer hall is topped by a lofty dome.
Lal Darwaza Masjid, Jaunpur
The construction of Lal Darwaza Masjid, said to have taken place around 1450, is attributed to Bibi Raji, the queen of Sultan Mahmud Shah. It is built on a much smaller area than the Atala Masjid.
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid, Jaunpur
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid was constructed by Malik Mukhlis and Khalis in 1417.
Shahi Bridge, Jaunpur
Shahi Bridge was constructed by Munim Khan in 1568 this picturesque old bridge spans the Gomti river.
Shitla Choukiya Dham, Jaunpur
Shitla Choukiya Dham is the famous, ancient temple of Jaunpur and is dedicated to Shitla Mata.
Yamdagni Ashram, Jaunpur
Yamdagni Ashram is a religious centre; this ashram is closely associated with the life of sage Parashuram.
Jami Masjid, Jaunpur
Jami Masjid is the last great Masjid of Jaunpur and also it’s largest. The Jami Masjid was built by Hussain Shah in 1458-78. In plan and design it is a larger version of the Atala Masjid. The imposing structure, raised on a high platform, encloses a courtyard of 66 mtr by 64.5 mtr. The interior of the prayer hall is topped by a lofty dome.
Lal Darwaza Masjid, Jaunpur
The construction of Lal Darwaza Masjid, said to have taken place around 1450, is attributed to Bibi Raji, the queen of Sultan Mahmud Shah. It is built on a much smaller area than the Atala Masjid.
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid, Jaunpur
Khalis Mukhlis Masjid was constructed by Malik Mukhlis and Khalis in 1417.
Shahi Bridge, Jaunpur
Shahi Bridge was constructed by Munim Khan in 1568 this picturesque old bridge spans the Gomti river.
Shitla Choukiya Dham, Jaunpur
Shitla Choukiya Dham is the famous, ancient temple of Jaunpur and is dedicated to Shitla Mata.
Yamdagni Ashram, Jaunpur
Yamdagni Ashram is a religious centre; this ashram is closely associated with the life of sage Parashuram.
Other Places at Jaunpur
Other places of interest include Shahi Qil, Khwab-gah, Dargah Chishti, Pan-e-Sharif, Jahangiri Masjid, Akbari Bridge and the tombs of the Sharquie Sultans.
How to reach Jaunpur
By Air: The nearest airport is at Varanasi Babatpur Airport 38 km.
By Rail: Located on the Lucknow Varanasi : Mughal Sarai section of Northern Railway.
Other places of interest include Shahi Qil, Khwab-gah, Dargah Chishti, Pan-e-Sharif, Jahangiri Masjid, Akbari Bridge and the tombs of the Sharquie Sultans.
How to reach Jaunpur
By Air: The nearest airport is at Varanasi Babatpur Airport 38 km.
By Rail: Located on the Lucknow Varanasi : Mughal Sarai section of Northern Railway.
By Road:
Jaunpur is well connected by road.
Some of the major
road distances are from Jaunpur
:
Varanasi - 58 km. Ayodhya - 142 km, Allahabad - 110 km, Lucknow 228 km, Gorakhpur - 166 km.
Varanasi - 58 km. Ayodhya - 142 km, Allahabad - 110 km, Lucknow 228 km, Gorakhpur - 166 km.
