The Moti Masjid was built by Aurangzeb as there was no mosque in the Qila. To maintain the symmetry of the hammam and other buildings in the same line, and yet align the mihrab to Mecca, a box was built to house the masjid, adjusting its direction towards Mecca within it.
H. A. Mirza & Sons
The Pearl Mosque, outside, in Fort, Delhi
early 20th century
Coloured collotype, divided back
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H. A. Mirza & Sons
The Pearl Mosque, outside, in Fort, Delhi
early 20th century
Coloured collotype, divided back
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