Badshahi Mosque

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1. When was Badshahi Mosque built?1671-1673
2. How tall is Badshahi Mosque?Over 100 feet
3. What is the location?Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
4. What is the builder?Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb
5. Why was the mosque built opposite Lahore Fort?It was built there to show a connection between the religious and secular powers of the Mughal Empire.
6. How many people can the mosque hold?About 100,000 people can pray in its courtyard and prayer hall.

Mughal Architecture: An architectural style developed by the Mughals in the Indian subcontinent, known for its grandeur, symmetry, and intricate decoration.
Pietra Dura: A decorative art technique involving the inlay of precisely cut hard stones into a stone surface.
Imperial Mosque: A mosque designated for the use of an emperor or ruling dynasty, often serving as a symbol of state power and religious authority.
UNESCO World Heritage Tentative Site: A site that a country proposes to be considered for official inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.