Jama Masjid Mosque in Delhi
A drone flight above Jama Masjid shows its location in the historic city of Shahjahanabad, today known as the locality of Old Delhi. Rows of worshippers taking part in Eid prayers are seen filling the mosque's courtyard and grounds.
- Image ID 53212025
- Production Year 2023
- Length 00:00:23
- Production Company Nimit Nigam
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- FormatMP4
Synopsis
The Jama Masjid of Delhi is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 and served as the imperial mosque of the Mughal emperors until the empire's demise in 1857. The mosque remains in active use and is an iconic site in Delhi associated with the city's history. The mosque is made of red sandstone and white marble and features three domes and two minarets.'Eid' means 'feast' or 'festival' and is celebrated twice a year by Muslims. The dates of these festivals change each year according to the 12-month lunar calendar, which is around 11 days shorter than the solar calendar. Muslims attend special prayers at their local mosque and celebrate with family and friends during both Eids, with Eid al-Adha coming a little over two months after Eid al-Fitr.
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Nimit Nigam