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A young boy recite Holy Quran in historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar . Jamia Masjid , which was constructed in 1400 AD , is situated at Nowhatta , in the middle of the old city in capital Srinagar . India , May 23 , 2007 The historic mosque was built by Sultan Sikandar . Later , the son of Sultan Sikandar , Zain ul Abidin got the mosque extended . The attractions of the Jama Masjid include beautiful Indo Saracenic architecture , a magnificent courtyard and 370 wooden pillars . Another feature of the mosque is the peace and tranquility inside it , standing out against the hustle of the old bazaars around it . Hundreds of Muslims assemble at the mosque every day to offer prayers . However , during Friday congregation prayers , thousands of Muslims attend the prayers . The Jamia Masjid got damaged thrice in fire and was reconstructed every time . The last restoration was carried out during the reign of then ruler , Maharaja Pratap Singh . ? |