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Jama Masjid, Mangrol, Gujarat was built in 1383-84 by Izzud Ud Din an official of Firoz Shah Tughlaq.
This is an exemplary fusion of Hindu and Islamic Architecture
The prayer hall has rows of pillars and 10 almost identical conical domes on the roof.

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The Mosque is 240x240 feet Square shaped with an east-facing entrance and water well built in the North West direction. Complying with the Hindu Vastu Architecture.

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The Ceiling Panel of the Mongrol Mosque is given a Hindu Architecture look.

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Another Ceiling Panel of the Mongrol Mosque with a Hindu Architecture look.

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The pillars are specially carved with a design similar to 10th century Hindu temples

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