Badshahi Masjid is the Mughal era construction. It is the oldest iconic landmark in the city of Lahore. Emperor Aurangzeb ordered the construction of the Masjid in 1671. The construction of the Masjid was completed in 1673. The Masjid is an important illustration of Mughal architecture. Its exterior is embellished with patterned red sandstone with marble inlay. It remains the largest mosque of the Mughal period,
Decoration of the Badshahi Masjid
The Masjid reflects Mughal Architects. The same pattern can be seen in most of the Mughal era Buildings. The fine artwork inside the Masjid is worth seeing. Masjid is a masterpiece of red and white marble architects. The walls of the Masjid are decorated with carved red sandstone with white marble inlay. The simple design and the vast open area give it a magical ambiance.
Attraction of the Masjid
The Masjid has a variety of attractions. One can see Lahore from height. Shahi Masjid has a Historic and religious info place. One can enjoy a safe, calm, green, and polite environment there. Badshahi Masjid is worth seeing place. The old city of Lahore and traditional food streets around the Badshahi Masjid adds a glamorous look to this site. It is not just a masjid at the same time a heritage of Pakistan. People come there for a nice photoshoot.
Historical Importance of the Masjid
This mosque is the Mughal heritage. Aurangzeb built the Badshahi Masjid in 1671, under the supervision of Aurangzeb’s brother Muzaffar Hussain. The construction was completed in 1673, in two years. The design of the masjid is almost the same as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, India built in 1648 by Shah Jahan (Fater of Aurangzeb).
Routine repairs were carried out under the supervision of the Badshahi Mosque Authority, from 1852 onwards. Comprehensive renovations were carried out from 1939 to 1960 at a cost of about 4.8 million rupees.
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Picture Gallery of the Badshahi Masjid
