Thanesar Pathar Mosque

Pathar Masjid (Thanesar) is a mosque build of red sandstone in Mughal architecture style. The fluted minarets are attached to the back walls. Believed to be built in 17th century, the mosque is located in Thanesar (Kurukshetra district) and is protected by the Government of India.[1][2] The ceiling that rests on pillars is decorated by carved floral designs. It is situated near the tomb of Sheikh Chilli.[3]

Thanesar Pathar Mosque
Religion
AffiliationIslam
Location
LocationHaryana
Architecture
Date established17th century

History

The mosque was built during the reign of Jahangir.[4]

Description

It is a small building made out of red sandstone.[4]

See also

References
  1. Corporation, Haryana Tourism. "Pathar Masjid | Places of Interest | Kurukshetra | Destinations | Haryana Tourism Corporation Limited". destination. Retrieved 2019-09-17.
  2. "Pathar Masjid in Thanesar India". www.india9.com. Retrieved 2019-09-17.
  3. "National List of Heritage Sites - Kurukshetra". HeritageSitesofIndia. Retrieved 2019-09-18.
  4. Monuments and Sites in Haryana. Archaeological Survey of India. 2009. p. 21.

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