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Chauburji-Masjid




Chauburji-Masjid is situated to the south-east of the flagstaff tower in New Delhi. This double-storied structure was built by Feroze Shah Tughluq. It is made with a central chamber surrounded by a small chamber on each side.

There is a 'minhrab' or prayer niche, in the west wall of the western chamber. The upper part of the mosque is occupied by a domed chamber in the south-west corner, other such chambers having disappeared. It derives its name, meaning the 'mosque with four towers', from its original four domes.

The nearest railway station is at Paharganj. Indira Gandhi International Airport is the nearest airport.



Updated on 18th November, 2014
District: New Delhi
Location: Near Flagstaff Tower
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