JAMA MASJID
Jama Masjid, the grand mosque located at Fatehpur Sikri, was constructed in 1571 AD during the reign of Emperor Akbar. The mosque is the centre of Fatehpur Sikri, around which the city was built.
The main entrance to the Jama Masjid is through the Buland Darwaza, the grand gateway. Another entrance is though the Badshahi Darwaza. The mosque is built on a height due to its exalted purpose and has a large courtyard where the faithful can gather to pray. To the right of the mosque are the Jammat Khana hall and the Zenana Rauza, the tomb of the women of the royal household.
The Jama Masjid is exquisitely decorated with inscriptions, inlaid geometric designs and coloured tiles. The building is symmetrically proportioned and has an austere beauty, befitting its religious purpose.
Within the mosque complex is the shrine of the Sufi saint Sheikh Salim Chisti. The lattice marble screens of the tomb are amazing in their workmanship. The tomb was earlier built in red sandstone and parts of the original structure can also be seen.