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Mosques are the epicenter of eager worshippers at prayer Times in Srinagar. Srinagar is an Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir city in the disputed Kashmir region. This beautiful city is nestled between the Hari Parbat and Shankaracharya hills along the expansive banks of the Jhelum River. It is known for its natural beauty, marked with magnificent gardens, waterfronts, and traditional houseboats. The city is a cultural center known for its traditional handicrafts like the Kashmir shawl (made of pashmina and cashmere wool), paper-mâché craft, wood carving, carpet weaving, and jewel making, as well as dried fruits. It is the second-largest metropolitan area in the Himalayas (after Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal). If you are a resident of Srinagar or are visiting this beautiful city, you can visit the following mosques at prayer times:
Jamia Masjid is a centuries-old mosque whose history is frozen in its architecture. The mosque was built in 1400 AD during the era of Sultan Sikandar in Kashmir. It is known for its tranquil and calm atmosphere in the old city of Nowhatta, central Srinagar. Jamia Masjid has been constructed in the Indo-Saracenic style, with 370 wooden pillars and a magnificent courtyard. It is considered one of the most sacred mosques in the subcontinent.
People from far and wide visit this mosque to offer prayers and experience the ever-living Islamic history inside the mosque walls. It is regarded as the central mosque of Srinagar, the largest among all mosques in the surrounding area. While the mosque and its Imam have suffered due to the ongoing disputes and conflicts, the congregational prayers have continued to be performed. Make sure to stand in prayer with the congregation if you happen to visit at the prayer times in Srinagar.
The mosque Masjid Dastgeer Sahib is a famous pilgrimage location for spiritual seekers and admirers of Abdul Qadir Gilani, a significant Sufi scholar. It was constructed in 1806 and expanded in 1877 by Khwaja Sanaullah Shawl. The distinct exterior showcases its regional roots with multi-layered and tiled roofings. There is a copy of the old Quran, claimed to have been written by Ali Ibn Abi Talib (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ), at its establishment and a relic that is locally known as Mouia Pak. The building was heavily damaged in a fire in the summer of 2012. Fortunately, the relics were saved. The building of the mosque was also restored to its original state. The mosque is located in the busy center of the Khanyar area, surrounded by a large market.
An architectural marvel, Ali Masjid is an ancient mosque dating back to the twelfth or thirteenth century. According to some historians, it was constructed in 1471 AD during the reign of Sultan Hassan Shah, a ruler of the Shamiri dynasty, who commissioned the impressive structure. Others claim it was Sultan Ali Shah who constructed the mosque in 1395, the seventh Sultan of Kashmir and elder brother of Zainul Abideen. It is believed Mir Ali Shah Hamdani bought the land and generously bestowed it upon Ali Shah. Nestled within the premises of Eidgah Srinagar, Ali Masjid is an integral part of the Islamic culture and history of Kashmir. It continues to stand as a paramount of spiritual guidance and solace for the Muslims in the region.
Khanqah-e-Moula is an ancient mosque, a Khanqah, built-in 1395 CE in the name of Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani, one of the first Muslim saints who brought Islam to Kashmir. It is located on the right bank of the Jhelum River, between the Fateh Kadal and Zaina Kadal bridges. Khanqah-e-Moula is the pioneer Khanqah of the Kashmir Valley. It is an old mosque, and it has been restored twice since its construction. It was first rebuilt and restored in 1480 by Sultan Hassan Shah and again in 1731 by Abul Barkat Khan. It is said to have been built by Shah Sikandar to commemorate the visit of Mir Sayyid Ali Hamdani, also known as Shah Hamdan.
Known for being a center for the activities of Tableeghi Jamaat, Rangar Masjid is a spiritual center for the local community. With well-kept facilities and refined interiors, the mosque is a beloved epicenter for spiritual rehabilitation and learning. Regular worshippers at the mosque recommend visiting it every Thursday after Asr for an enlightening session of educational gatherings.
We learn from the sunnah of our Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) that he used to call all his companions to pray with him in the congregation. It was regarded with utmost importance and solidified in the tradition. `Abdullah bin `Umar narrated our prophet saying, “The reward of the congregational prayer is twenty-seven times greater (than that of the prayer offered by a person alone).” (Sahih al-Bukhari 649) We can look back at the life of the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) and see how he himself gave priority to praying with the congregation. Narrated Anas (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ) The Prophet (ﷺ) used to pray a short prayer (in congregation) but used to offer it in a perfect manner. (Sahih al-Bukhari 706)
With the help of this list of mosques, catch your obligatory prayers with the congregation when it is time for the next prayer.
| Fajr | Duhur | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:48 | 12:27 | 16:12 | 19:29 | 21:07 |