Moti Masjid, Bhopal
| Location | Middle of the city, Bhopal (Map 📍) |
| Entry Fee & Timing | It is open from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM to visitors on all days of the week. There is no entry fee. |
| Place Type | Mosques, Religious Place |
| Place visit with | Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | January, February, March, April |
| Nearest Metro Station |
About Moti Masjid
Moti Masjid is the largest mosque in Central India and is also very old. This famous mosque was built by Sikandar Jahan Begum of Bhopal, daughter of Qudusiya Begum, in the year 1860. The architecture of Moti Masjid is very similar to that of Jama Masjid in Delhi, although it is relatively smaller in size. The Moti Masjid is surrounded by two beautiful dark red towers or domes with gold spikes.
Interesting facts about Moti Masjid
- The two dark red minarets on either side of the primary structure of the mosque are equally beautiful and attractive.
- It is all made of stones which have been sculpted like flowers.
- This place is mostly for those who want to visit ancient places.
- The Moti Masjid has a white marble façade with two small domes on top.
- There is a large garden-like lawn inside the mosque.
- Two bathing tanks with marble fountains can also be found on either side of the eastern gate.
How to reach Moti Masjid
By Bus:- The nearest bus stand to the Masjid is Peergate Bus Stand which is 2 minutes away.
By Rail:- Masjid to Bhopal Jn. It is 3.4 km away, you can take a rickshaw to the mosque.
By Air:- The distance between Masjid and Raja Bhoj International Airport, Bhopal is 11.4 km. From here you can book a cab to reach the Masjid.
Nearby famous places
- Gohar Mahal
- Shaukat Mahal
- Sardar Manzil
- Jama Masjid
- Rani Kamlapati Palace
- Lower Lake
- Taj-Ul-Masjid
- Birla Mandir
Frequently asked questions about Moti Masjid:
𝒜. It is located at Middle of the city, Bhopal.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Moti Masjid: It is open from 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM to visitors on all days of the week. There is no entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit Moti Masjid during January, February, March, April months for best experience.
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📅 Last update: 2024-03-20 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan
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