Moti Masjid (Red Fort)
The Moti Masjid (lit. 'Pearl mosque') is a 17th-century mosque inside the Red Fort complex in Delhi, India. It was built by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, damaged by the Siege of Delhi, and subsequently restored by the British. Named for its white marble, the mosque features ornate floral carvings. It is an important example of Mughal architecture during Aurangzeb's reign.
| Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | |
|---|---|
Exterior view of the Pearl Mosque (Moti Masjid) of the Red Fort | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| District | Central Delhi |
| Governing body | Archaeological Survey of India |
| Status | Inactive |
| Location | |
| Location | Delhi |
| Country | India |
Shown within Delhi Moti Masjid (Red Fort) (India) | |
| Territory | Delhi |
| Geographic coordinates | 28°39′25″N 77°14′35″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | Mughal |
| Founder | Aurangzeb |
| Completed | 1663 |
| Construction cost | 1 lakh and 60 thousand rupees |
| Specifications | |
| Dome(s) | 3 |
| Site area | 9 by 15 metres |
| Materials | White marble, red sandstone |
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