Bhopal

Bhopal is a city in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.

Bhopal Tourist Attraction

Moti Masjid
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It was built by Sikander Jahan Begum, daughter of Khudsia Begum .Legend goes that this mosque was built placing a minarete on Sabha Mandala Temple,erected by a Hindu queen in 1184.

Taj-ul Masjid
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This pink coloured mosque is biggest in Asia. Construction of this mosque was started by Sahjahan Begum and the construction was completed after her death. A fountain and water reservior are there in the complex. The main prayer room is unique - 4 bow shaped arches, 9 pin pointed domes, ceiling supported by 27 pillars ,an octogonal minar, 3 spires made of marble and wonderful lattice work. The construction of 'the mother of all mosque' was completed in 1971.

Shaukat Mahal
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At the entrance of the Chawk is Saokat Mahal, built in western and local Islamic style of architecture. It was planned by a prince of the Bourbob dynasty of France. The combination of old Greek and Latin styles, this Gothic mansion or mahal is beautiful.