Jumma Masjid - Islamic architecture

Jumma Masjid, or the Jamia Masjid as it is popularly known, was the first mosque to be built during Adil Shah's rule to celebrate his victory in the Battle of Talikota. The basic design of the huge mosque is a perfect square of 116300 sqft, that can accommodate around 3000 people at a time for the prayers. Each space is meant for one occupant to pray. Lines from the Holy Quran are inscribed on the Western wall of the Central Mihrab. One can find unfinished two minarets on both sides of Eastern entrance. The uniqueness of this mosque is the construction of two rows of arches one above the other. The builder has selected the lower rows for ornamentation. The mosque contains a courtyard which is a square of 155 feet each side.

This has a row of seven arches on each side and over them projects a wide and deep cornice on brackets. The interior consists of a large quadrangle, which measures 208 feet in length and 107 feet in width. This is divided into five aisles with the help of arches. The innermost part is a square nave, each side measuring 76 ft. It has twelve arches, three on each side. These arches intersect above and produce an octagonal cornice that supports the base of the dome. The shape of the dome is pleasing with small isles and small arches all round and a decorated parapet above. Thus, it provides a decorative base for the dome. The mihrab consists of elaborate mural design in relief with bright colors. This mosque is an example of proper planning, execution and the beauty of Islamic architecture blended with Indian style.