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Hazratbal Mosque, Srinagar.
Located on the western banks of the Dal lake, the Hazratbal mosque is a majestic structure built using white marble. It is the one of the holiest Muslim shrines and houses an important relic, the Moi-e-Muqqadas, believed to be hair from the beard of Prophet Muhammad, which was brought from Medina a thousand years ago. Built in the 17th century, its architecture is a fusion of Kashmiri and Mughal styles.
Beemapally Mosque, Kerala.
An important pilgrimage centre for Muslims, the Beemapally mosque is associated with the birth of Juma prayers in India. The mosque was named after ‘Beema Beevi’, a woman who was thought to have divine powers and was a member of the Prophet Mohammad's family. Her tomb is one of the major attractions in this place. A festival to commemorate Beema Beevi is conducted annually at Beemapally. This mosque is famous for the 10 day Urs, which begins on the first day of Jama dul Akbar every year, marking the death anniversary of Beema Beevi.
Jama Masjid, Delhi.
Delhi's Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India, with a capacity to accommodate over 25,000 people. Built using red sand stone and marble, its construction began in 1644 and is one of the last architectural marvels built during the reign of Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan.
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