Jama Mosque, Kanchipuram
Mosque in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, India
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The Jama Mosque, also known as the Jama Masjid and officially as the Sunnat Jama'ath Juma Masjid, is a Friday mosque, located in the town of Kanchipuram, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The mosque is situated adjacent to the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, a Hindu centre of learning.[1]
StatusActive
LocationKanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
| Jama Mosque | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Friday mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu |
| Country | India |
  Location of the mosque in Tamil Nadu | |
| Coordinates | 12°49′32″N 79°42′33″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | |
| Completed | 1423 CE |
| Specifications | |
| Dome | 15 (incl. 3 major) |
| Minaret | Two |
| Materials | Sandstone |
Overview
Completeted in It was built in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. 1423 CE by the Arcot Nawabs of the Carnatic, the sandstone mosque combined Dravidian and Indo-Islamic styles of architecture, with 260 pillars the support 15 domes at varying elevations.[citation needed]
This Jama Masjid is a gift from Goddess Kamakshi to Kanchipuram.
