Tajul-Masajid Tourism
Type of destination: Religious Site
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Taj-ul-Masajid, which translates to 'Crown of Mosques', is one of the largest mosques in Asia, located in the heart of Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, India. Built by Nawab Shah Jahan Begum of Bhopal (1868–1901), the mosque is an architectural marvel of Mughal design with its massive pink facade, towering minarets, a grand courtyard, and an impressive gateway. The mosque's construction began in the 19th century but was halted due to lack of funds and resumed later to be eventually completed in 1985. Covering an area of 23,312 square meters, the mosque can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers in its expansive prayer hall. The mosque is not only a place of worship but also serves as a religious school during the morning hours. It is made with red sandstone with smooth surfaces, marble flooring, and a spacious courtyard. It boasts of intricate carvings, large dome, and two 18-storey high octagonal minarets with marble domes.
Opening and Closing time of Tajul-Masajid
| Sunday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Monday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Tuesday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Thursday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Friday |
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM |
| Saturday |
06:00 AM - 07:00 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Tajul-Masajid
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Tajul-Masajid
Dress Modestly
As it is a place of worship, visitors are expected to dress conservatively out of respect for the religious site.
Prayer Times
Be mindful of prayer times, as the mosque might be crowded or access to certain areas may be restricted for non-worshippers.
Photography
Visitors are generally allowed to take photos, but it's advisable to ask for permission before taking pictures of people or inside the prayer hall.
Top 5 Reviews on Tajul-Masajid
PavalikaV
Wrote on 6th Dec, 2023
Very nice mosque
Very large, sprawling mosque with fairly well maintained premises.
Administrator and other staff is keen to orient the visitor with history, significance genuinely.
In and around the premises needs to..
marlenes170179
Wrote on 30th Oct, 2023
Good insight into the Mughal Times
the uniqueness of this mosque is its built by a women and not a man
It also resembles the Jama Masjid
You get to see mughal architectures, fresco painting etc
bsingh1952
Wrote on 17th Aug, 2023
A Very Large Mosque with Excellent Stone carvings
It is a very big mosque with a huge campus. The original structure , built about 150 years back , has stone pillars , jalies and ceilings with intricate and beautiful carvings. I highly recommend a vi..
RkRoadie
Wrote on 15th Nov, 2021
Biggest Mosque with nice architecture
The mosque is famous in Bhopal hence locating it should not be a problem. The entry and exit of vehicles happens through one gate. There is ample space for parking your car inside. Just ahead of car p..
palakbhansali
Wrote on 7th Nov, 2021
Not everyone's cup of tea
I apologise if my review hurts to anyone's religious sentiments. I am writing this only for people who intends to visit this place with family particularly with kids.
I reached this place around 4pm ..
