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Towering over Old Delhi, the magnificent façade of Jama Masjid stands as the reminder of Mughal architecture. On the other hand, the popular name, Jama Masjid is derived from the word 'Jummah', referring to the congregational prayer observed by Muslims on Fridays. Built from red sandstone and white marble, the edifice dominates the skyline of the busy Chawri Bazar in central Delhi and is considered the largest mosque in India. The austere grandeur of this structure is sure to impress at the first glimpse. The mosque is built on an expansive elevated stone platform that is accessible through flights of stairs from three sides, east (35 steps), north (39 steps) and south (33 steps). The top offers stunning panoramic view of Delhi with the Connaught Place and Sansad Bhavan (the Parliament Hou