Kali Masjid, Hyderabad
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Mosque in Hyderabad, India
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Kali Masjid is a mosque in Hyderabad.[1] [2]
History
[edit ]The mosque was constructed in 1702 by Rustam Dil Khan, the Mughal governor of Hyderabad.[1]
Description
[edit ]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]
Interior
[edit ]The date of the mosque's construction is given in an inscription over the mihrab.[1]
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.
- ^ Omar Khalidi (2009). A Guide to Architecture in Hyderabad, Deccan, India. p. 54.
