Kali Masjid, Hyderabad
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| Kali Masjid | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Hyderabad, Hyderabad District, Telangana |
| Country | India |
  Location of the mosque in Hyderabad | |
| Geographic coordinates | 17°21′52″N 78°29′09″E / 17.36455892591319°N 78.48578233232342°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | Qutb Shahi |
| Founder | Rustam Dil Khan |
| Completed | 1702 CE |
The Kali Masjid (transl. Black Mosque) is a mosque, located in Hyderabad, in the Hyderabad district of the state of Telangana, India.[1][2]
Overview
[edit]The mosque was constructed in 1702 CE by Rustam Dil Khan, the Mughal governor of Hyderabad.[1] The small mosque is built in the Qutb Shahi style, with three arches opening into the courtyard. An ablution tank is situated in the courtyard. Beyond the ablution tank are the graves of Jan Sipar Khan and Rustam Dil Khan.[1] The date of the mosque's construction is given in an inscription over the mihrab.[1]
See also
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References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Bilgrami, S. A. A. (1992). Landmarks of the Deccan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Archaeological Remains of the City and Suburbs of Hyderabad. Asian Educational Services. pp. 96–98. ISBN 978-81-206-0543-5.
- ^ Khalidi, Omar (2009). A Guide to Architecture in Hyderabad, Deccan, India. p. 54.
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