Markazi Jamia Masjid

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Markazi Jamia Masjid
Religion
Affiliation Islam
StatusOperational
Location
Location Rawalpindi District, Pakistan
Country Pakistan
Architecture
Type Mosque
Style Islamic architecture
Completed1896

Markazi Jamia Masjid Rawalpindi is a mosque located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

The mosque is one of the few antique mosques in the Potohar region. On the city's busiest roadway, the mosque is situated on the namesake Jama Masjid Road. The mosque, which is spread over 18 kanals, is an example of Islamic architecture. Three domes and dozen minarets make up the mosque. The Awqaf Department is in charge of running the mosque. [1] [2] [3]

History

The mosque was founded by Pir Mehr Ali Shah and Pir Mehra Sharif in 1896 and completed in 1902. [4]

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References

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  2. "Markazi Jamia Masjid — the oldest mosque in Rawalpindi". 16 August 2018.
  3. "Courtyard of history: Markazi Jamia Masjid artwork still 'fresh' after a century". The Express Tribune. October 2, 2016.
  4. "Markazi Jamia Masjid | Pakistan Tourism Portal". paktourismportal.com. Retrieved 13 January 2023.