Evening view of Jama Masjid. The Masjid-i Jahān-Numā (World-reflecting Mosque), commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan between 1644 and 1656 at a cost of 1 million rupees and 5000 workers were involved in the construction.
It was inaugurated by an imam from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan. The courtyard can accommodate more than 25,000 persons.
It was inaugurated by an imam from Bukhara, present-day Uzbekistan. The courtyard can accommodate more than 25,000 persons.
