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- Delhi
- Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid
Shah Jehan, the architect of the Red Fort and much of Old Delhi,
built Jama Masjid between 1644 and 1656. This grand structure is
situated on a hill a few hundred yards west of the Red Fort, and
towers over the mayhem of Old Delhi's sprawling streets. Jama
Masjid is India's largest mosque, and can hold 25,000 worshipers at
one time. Wide red sandstone steps lead to entrances on the north,
south and east sides of the mosque. Inside is a massive courtyard,
dominated by two red-and-white striped sandstone minarets that cap
the main prayer hall on the west side (facing Mecca). There are
smaller towers at each corner of the mosque, and energetic visitors
can climb the 122 narrow steps of the southern one to be rewarded
with magnificent views of Old and New Delhi. Those wearing shorts
or skirts can hire a
lunghito cover their legs; women wearing T-shirts should
bring a scarf to cover their shoulders.
Information & Facts
Address
Matya Mahal, Bho Jala ? a short walk west of the Red
Fort
Admission
Entry is free, but tourists must pay Rs. 100 if carrying
a camera
Language
Although English is generally used for official and
business purposes, Hindi is the official language and is spoken by
about 40 percent of the population. Urdu is the language common
with the Muslim demographic. India has a total of 22 official
languages
Money
The currency is the Indian Rupee (INR), which is divided into
100 paise (singular paisa). Major currencies can be changed at
banks, and authorised bureaux de changes. It is impossible to
obtain rupees outside India, but no matter what time you arrive in
India there will be an exchange office open at the airport. It is
illegal to exchange money through the black market and it is
advisable to refuse torn notes, as no one will accept them apart
from the National Bank. It is best to change money into small
denominations. Travellers cheques and major credit cards are widely
accepted, particularly in tourist orientated establishments. ATMs
are not generally available.
Opening Times
Open daily from dawn to dusk; closed during prayer
times