Have you been to the Shah Jehan Mosque in Thatta? - Tourism & Places https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/ Welcome to our Community Forum where you can participate in discussions about international politics, CSS, universities, Pakistan, current affairs, history, exams, tourism & much more! en-US Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:26:06 +0000 wpForo 60 RE: Have you been to the Shah Jehan Mosque in Thatta? https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-1389 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:31:24 +0000 I've never visited Sindh. I spent most of my life in Lahore. It will be a good spot to visit. But to the utmost thing is the Karachi Beach where I want to go. 

]]> Tourism & Places smsaad https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-1389 RE: Have you been to the Shah Jehan Mosque in Thatta? https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-1071 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 09:47:20 +0000 I went there and absolutely loved it! So many places in Pakistan that aren't known to the world.. 

]]> Tourism & Places taniaimran https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-1071 Have you been to the Shah Jehan Mosque in Thatta? https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-166 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:54:03 +0000 One of the most memorable trips for me was the one I took with my family from Islamabad to Karachi. The changing landscapes, the hustle and bustle of the cities on the way, and the natural beauty surrounding us were absolutely magical. One of the places we stopped to visit was the Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatta. It is located near the Makli graveyard, is approximately 100 kilometres from Karachi, and is now one of the most important landmarks of Sindh.

Construction started in 1644, and the mosque was completed in a mere three years, in 1647. The mosque was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a gift for the people of the area, since they showed him immense hospitality when he was seeking refuge from his father.  It cost 9 lakh rupees at the time.

The Shah Jahan Mosque is a magnificent example of Mughal architecture, which is characterized by its grandeur, elegance, and symmetry. The mosque is built entirely of red brick and decorated with blue tiles, giving it a striking appearance. It has 100 domes (the largest number in Pakistan), with 6 big domes, and the remaining smaller in size. It also has 33 arches, and interestingly, does not have a single minaret.

In my opinion, the mosque is a MUST-visit for anyone planning to visit Sindh. The beautiful mosque displays the amazing architecture of the Mughal era and also showcases the durability of the construction. 


 

 

 

 

]]> Tourism & Places Aleena Imran https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/community-forum/tourism-places/have-you-been-to-the-shah-jehan-mosque-in-thatta/#post-166