Jamia Masjid, Sopore
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| Jamia Masjid | |
|---|---|
Urdu: جامع مسجد سوپور | |
 Distant view of the Jamia Masjid Sopore | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Sopore, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir |
  Location of the mosque in Jammu and Kashmir | |
| Geographic coordinates | 34°17′21″N 74°28′22″E / 34.2891°N 74.4727°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | |
| Completed | 17th century |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 54 m (177 ft) |
| Width | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Spire(s) | 3 |
| Materials | Burnt brick, stone, wood, lime mortar |
The Jamia Masjid Sopore (Urdu: جامع مسجد سوپور), also known as Jamia Qadim Masjid, is an historic Friday mosque, located in Sopore, in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. The mosque was constructed in the 17th century during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. It is the largest mosque in the area and serves as a central hub for religious activities.[1][2] The mosque is situated on the banks of the River Jhelum, providing a serene and picturesque setting.
The mosque is built in a distinctive T-shaped design, measuring approximately 54 metres (177 ft) long and 22 metres (72 ft) wide. The structure incorporates elements of traditional Kashmiri and Mughal architecture.[1] The mosque is primarily constructed using burnt bricks, stone, and wood, with lime mortar.
The interior consists of a single prayer hall, divided into three longitudinal bays, each running parallel to the Qibla wall. The central bay features a double-height space, illuminated by clerestory lighting. The mosque has a hipped, pitched roof. It is adorned with three decorative spires, known locally as "brangh," situated at the ridge ends of the roof. The original wooden pinjrakari (lattice) shutters have been replaced with modern, arched glazed window shutters.
The portico is decorated with intricately carved wooden spandrels in the arches, while the ceiling is constructed from plain tongue-and-groove wooden planks. The plinth is made of ashlar masonry, while the superstructure is built using burnt bricks. The ground floor walls are plastered with cement, while the walls of the upper floors are finished with mud plaster.
