Taj ul Masajid
Taj ul Masajid
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Palak Bhansali
Ahmedabad, India2 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
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 in daylight. As soon as we entered thru main gate and parked my car, we were in awestruck due to sheer presence of Muslims around everywhere within the mosque from entry gate to parking area, we did not find single tourist who might have come to visit the magnificent mosque. There was no government security OR any presence of officials at all. This was worrisome and we were perplexed.
There is 200 meter walk to get inside the mosque to see it standing in front of you. I was with my wife and kids. Then people from muslim community started pouring in this place in large numbers, it could be usual OR accidental, the must have come to visit the mosque only, however I can say that most of them were local. We walked few steps from parking area. Unfortunately after taking few steps, we decided not to go inside due to our unique circumstances see we were in. We came out quickly and drove back to majestic upper Lake and spent our time well.
I clicked one picture from outside.
I reached this place around 4pm in daylight. As soon as we entered thru main gate and parked my car, we were in awestruck due to sheer presence of Muslims around everywhere within the mosque from entry gate to parking area, we did not find single tourist who might have come to visit the magnificent mosque. There was no government security OR any presence of officials at all. This was worrisome and we were perplexed.
There is 200 meter walk to get inside the mosque to see it standing in front of you. I was with my wife and kids. Then people from muslim community started pouring in this place in large numbers, it could be usual OR accidental, the must have come to visit the mosque only, however I can say that most of them were local. We walked few steps from parking area. Unfortunately after taking few steps, we decided not to go inside due to our unique circumstances see we were in. We came out quickly and drove back to majestic upper Lake and spent our time well.
I clicked one picture from outside.
Written November 7, 2021
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PavalikaV
Chennai (Madras), India538 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
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 be cleaned well and access road can be laid once again.
Overall a very serene spiritual place.
Administrator and other staff is keen to orient the visitor with history, significance genuinely.
In and around the premises needs to be cleaned well and access road can be laid once again.
Overall a very serene spiritual place.
Written December 6, 2023
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SSBATC
Mumbai, India249 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
As is evident from the picture, it is an impressive structure and an important place; it is rightly called "Taj-ul-Masajid" literally means "Crown Among Mosques".
More can be done to explain the place to the visitors. It is right in the city, and easy to visit. The place is not crowded at normal times, and you can see it leisurely.
More can be done to explain the place to the visitors. It is right in the city, and easy to visit. The place is not crowded at normal times, and you can see it leisurely.
Written November 13, 2018
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kirchoff213
hoshangabad1 contribution
May 2012 • Solo
dont visit the place, its a waste of time, especially women would be well advised not to go as the place is full of uncouth, seedy people, with open uncivilized behavior, they dont have even the basic etiquette or concern for anything civil, its a treacherous attraction that is sure to leave a bad taste,
Written July 20, 2012
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Gadre2013
Bhopal, India53 contributions
Mar 2015 • Solo
This is Asia's biggest mosque and thousands of devotees are gathering during Id prayers. You should take some guide with you who can explain the details as there are a number of stories to know. If you visit Bhopal do not forget to visit this place
Written March 28, 2015
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chris0241
Manchester, United Kingdom191 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
We went as a couple and were let through the main gates only to be told that females are not allowed inside. We were shown to a shaded area outside for my girlfriend to wait.
I asked if cameras and photography were allowed and was told they were. I walked inside (after taking shoes and socks off at the entrance) and was followed around by some seriously shady characters.
I pointed at my camera and gave a thumbs up to someone that looked clean and important and he nodded and smiled. Upon shooting my first photo I was surrounded by about 50 dirty men, all looking angry and threatening. After a few minutes a clean looking man appeared who spoke English and politely explained that photography and non Muslims were not allowed. I was escorted to collect my shoes and while putting them back on was told they had made a mistake and I was welcome. I took them off and stood up to be shouted at by another man.
I gave up and was escorted down the walkway by about a dozen men while others were shouting and welcoming me back.
I read specifically that non Muslims cannot visit on Fridays and I respect everyone's cultures and ideologies. However today is a Monday.
I've been welcomed into Sikh, Buddhist, Hindu and Christian places of worship but experiencing this awful behaviour just days after visiting the filthy tourist con trap that is the Taj Mahal (also Muslim) has put me off visiting and learning about Islamic culture for life.
I asked if cameras and photography were allowed and was told they were. I walked inside (after taking shoes and socks off at the entrance) and was followed around by some seriously shady characters.
I pointed at my camera and gave a thumbs up to someone that looked clean and important and he nodded and smiled. Upon shooting my first photo I was surrounded by about 50 dirty men, all looking angry and threatening. After a few minutes a clean looking man appeared who spoke English and politely explained that photography and non Muslims were not allowed. I was escorted to collect my shoes and while putting them back on was told they had made a mistake and I was welcome. I took them off and stood up to be shouted at by another man.
I gave up and was escorted down the walkway by about a dozen men while others were shouting and welcoming me back.
I read specifically that non Muslims cannot visit on Fridays and I respect everyone's cultures and ideologies. However today is a Monday.
I've been welcomed into Sikh, Buddhist, Hindu and Christian places of worship but experiencing this awful behaviour just days after visiting the filthy tourist con trap that is the Taj Mahal (also Muslim) has put me off visiting and learning about Islamic culture for life.
Written March 25, 2019
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Durgesh Singh
Bhubaneswar, India82 contributions
Apr 2015 • Business
Visited just to see the largest mosque in India. Impressive courtyard and domes. Friendly to visitors. Check before taking photographs.
Written April 4, 2015
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Alice M
India201 contributions
Apr 2014 • Friends
The Taj ul Masajid is located in the heart of busy Bhopal city. It has a very interesting history. It is believed to have been built by the Begum of the Nawab and the work was carried forward by her daughter. The work was started in 1844 but it was done in many stages and finally completed in 1985. Looking at the Masajid you can see the original structure and then later part done to complete it. The two minarets are magnificent and it looks as if they are trying to reach out to touch the sky. You have to really bend your neck to get a good full view of it. The space inside and outside the Masajid is huge. Inside of the Masajid is used as a school and there were many children reciting from Quran. They have no objection to visitors entering and watching or listening to them. If you are visiting the Masajid in the afternoon remember to carry a cap it can be very hot especially in the summer months.
Written March 16, 2015
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Nidhi D
New Delhi, India21 contributions
Feb 2015 • Friends
After a lot of confusion whether ladies n girls are allowed in the mosque or not, we cleared our doubts by asking a shopkeeper near the masjid - YES, we are very much allowed to visit this splendid place of worship.
No specific dress code
Out of respect we did cover our head (not compulsory though)
Visit around 6pm if you want to attend Namaaz (prayers)
Closes at 7-7:30 in evening
No specific dress code
Out of respect we did cover our head (not compulsory though)
Visit around 6pm if you want to attend Namaaz (prayers)
Closes at 7-7:30 in evening
Written February 20, 2015
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Azmat01
Mumbai7 contributions
Mar 2015 • Solo
the mosque is beautiful and a must see. along with being the largest mosque in the country, it's also a mosque built by a woman. if possible, visit during the day and post sunset when it's lit up. visiting the mosque in the morning and early afternoon (subject to public holidays and holidays as per the islamic calendar) will give you a chance to see the madrassas in session which is truly enriching and a learnung experience. the teachers are very welcoming and willing to address and discuss any questions you may have.
Written March 12, 2015
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