One of the best mosques in the world this is the india’s largest mosque, which was built by Shahjahan in between 1650-1656. This majestic mosque is set on a high platform, and is reached by steps on the north, south and east. Here 20,000 people can pray at same time. Built in red, white and black stone this mosque is Shahjahan’s last work. The rectangular prayer hall has magnificent façade of arched decorated with marble frames and inscribed panels. The towering minarets of the mosque dominate Old Delhi; a climb to the top of the minarets provides an excellent view of the city,. It is flanked by two minars, built in alternate vertical strips of red sandstone and white marble each containing 130 steps. There are three gateways in the mosque, the east gateway being the largest. Each gateway is made accessible by long wide flights of stone steps, 30 steps facing the north gate, 35 steps facing the east gate and 33 facing the south gate.
