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The Grand Jamia Masjid is a proud identity of Bahria Town Lahore and will symbolize Pakistan
Interior of the mosque is absolutely magnificent, with breathtaking views representing the fusion
There are over 50 luminous Persian chandeliers, creating a vibrant Islamic ambiance.
The structure comprises of 4 minarets, each standing tall at 165 ft. and a Grand Dome in the
The most fascinating feature about this masterpiece is that the exterior consists of 4 million, 2.5
inch handmade Multani tiles made from special Multanimitti and hand placed by the craftsmen.
The total capacity of this magnificent piece of Islamic architecture is 70,000 making it the worlds
7th Largest mosque. It has an indoor capacity of 25,000, labeling it Pakistan’s Largest Mosque.
There are dedicated praying areas for women, a school and an Islamic Art Gallery.
The seventh largest mosque in the world and third largest mosque in Pakistan has marked a new
era of construction in the country. Designed by famous Nayyar Ali Dada & Associates. It was
The indoors of the mosque has a capacity to accommodate 25,000 worshipers, whilst the corridor
and courtyard together accommodates 70,000 people. The cost incurred on the construction is
State of Grace
The magnanimous mosque has 6 arched shape woodendoors.the interior is inspired by Islamic
architecture.
The square shaped courtyard is segregated into four sections, through 4 walkways and a splendid
fountain in the center. The garden is confined by corridors on all sides, constructed in arch
shaped aisles and columns forming endless rows of arches to give a mystic effect.
Extraordinary Oeuvre
The extraordinary geometric forms, floral decoration and amalgamation of calligraphy together
with extensive ‘Kashi Kari’ creates a feel like none other. Kashi-kari is an Iranian mosaic art that
entails dissimilar patterns, geometric shapes and ceramic assortments on tiles.
The base of the entire structure is elevated 20 feet above the ground, with the rooftop elevating to
80 feet and the Grand Dome placed in the center surrounded by 20 smaller domes. Marking the
extremities of the entire structure are the towering minarets standing 165 feet tall. The mosque
include's 6 arched shape wooden doors and then dazzles you with views of white chandeliers,
tile-mosaic and frescos of extraordinary beauty. The Center Dome is the crown jewel of this
magnificent piece of craftsmanship. Rising 40 ft. in height and spreading 50 ft.
The colossal mosque also houses an Islamic academy and museum. The state-of-the-art academy
is located in the basement of the mosque and offers religious courses and modern education.
The museum can be found on the first floor of the masjid, where rare Quranic collections are put
on display. The center also has an Islamic library and Islamic art gallery, showing several
interesting antique artifacts.
PROS AND CONS OF THE SITE:
PROS:
The beauty of Islamic architecture is that it is the richest and most profound type of
architecture that has taken shape through a 1400-year fusion of the greatest civilizations
in the world such as Arabic, Turkish, Central Asian, Persian and incorporated their styles
Seems like a simple yet elegant structure from the outside, transforms into a mystical
journey of Islamic art and tranquility that absorbs the beholder deep into its beauty &
serenity.
The magnificent interior is a treat in the daytime and an absolute delight to feast on
during the evening with a mood enhancing ambiance created by the hundreds of
white light.
The extraordinary blend of calligraphy, geometrical forms and floral decoration along
with large-scale “Kashi Kari” creates an ambiance like none other. “Kashi Kari” is a
Persian mosaic art that involves ceramic assortments on tiles in geometrical shapes and
patterns. The finest craftsmen from Multan, Lahore and Hala were chosen for the tile-
work.
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Lack of lights.