Damdi Masjid Explained

Religious Affiliation:	Islam
Established:	1568
Location:	Ahmednagar

Damdi Masjid is a mosque in Ahmednagar, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It was built during the reign of the Ahmednagar Sultanate in 1568. It is designated as a monument of national importance.^{[1] [2] [3]}

History

The mosque is dated to 1568.

Description

Exterior

The mosque facade has three pointed arches, which lead into the prayer hall. Square pylons are provided at all four corners of the building, upon which rise slender minarets.

The mosque is topped by a trefoil-patterned parapet wall. In the middle of the parapet are two finials, topped by octagonal pavilions and domed pinnacles. These are connected by a free-standing arch.

Interior

The mosque interior is divided into six bays.

References

19.1038°N 74.7603°W

Notes and References

1. Book: Michell, George . Architecture and Art of the Deccan Sultanates . Zebrowski . Mark . Cambridge University Press . The New Cambridge History of India I : 7 . 81–82 . 2023-10-14.
2. Web site: Damri Masjid . 2023-10-14 . Archaeological Survey of India,Aurangabad Circle.
3. Web site: Damdi Masjid, Ahmednagar . The Deccan . 14 October 2023 . 16 September 2020.