Thanesar Pathar Mosque
| Thanesar Pathar Mosque | |
|---|---|
 Partial ruins of the mosque, in 2008 | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam (former) |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status |
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| Status | Abandoned (partial ruinous state) |
| Location | |
| Location | Thanesar, Haryana |
  Location of the former mosque in Haryana | |
| Geographic coordinates | 29°58′33″N 76°49′32″E / 29.9759144°N 76.8255395°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | Mughal architecture |
| Completed | 17th century |
| Specifications | |
| Minaret(s) | Two (maybe more) (Now in partial ruins) |
| Materials | Red sandstone |
| Official name | Thanesar Pathar Mosque |
| Reference no. | N-HR-57 |
The Thanesar Pathar Mosque, also known as the Pathar Masjid, is a former mosque and now historical monument, located in Thanesar, in the state of Haryana, India. Believed to be built in 17th century, the mosque is located in the Kurukshetra district and is a Monument of National Importance.[1][2]
History
[edit]The mosque was completed in the 17th century, during the reign of Jahangir.[3] It is a small building made out of red sandstone[3] in the Mughal architecture style. The fluted minarets are attached to the back walls. The ceiling that rests on pillars is decorated by carved floral designs. It is situated near the tomb of Sheikh Chilli.[4]
See also
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References
[edit]- ^ "Pathar Masjid: Places of Interest: Kurukshetra". Haryana Tourism Corporation Limited. n.d. Retrieved 17 September 2019.
- ^ "Pathar Masjid in Thanesar India". www.india9.com. Retrieved 17 September 2019.
- ^ a b Monuments and Sites in Haryana. Archaeological Survey of India. 2009. p. 21.
- ^ "National List of Heritage Sites: Kurukshetra". Heritage Sites of India. Retrieved 18 September 2019.
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