Jama Masjid, Lucknow
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A 19th-century grand mosque in the old city, with white domes, tall minarets, and finely painted stucco decoration inside.
The Jama Masjid of Lucknow was begun by Nawab Muhammad Ali Shah and completed by his widow in the 1840s. It is one of the largest mosques in the city. The building stands on a raised platform and is known for its three domes and two tall minarets. The main gate and interior walls are covered with intricate painted stucco and floral patterns. It is about a five-minute walk from the Bada Imambara. Non-Muslim visitors may tour the mosque outside prayer times. Shoes must be removed, dress should be long-sleeved with long trousers, and women should bring a headscarf.
Opening hours
Open outside service times
Nearby sights
- Chota Imambara
- Satkhanda
- Chowk
- Husainabad Clock Tower & Picture Gallery
- Rumi Darwaza
- Bara Imambara
- Tunday Kababi
- The Residency, Lucknow