Constructed with pure white marble, Moti Masjid takes its name from the fact that it appears to be made of pearls. Built between 1648 and 1654 by Emperor Shah Jahan for royal members of the court, its construction is a testament to the rich craftsmanship of the Mughal era. The mosque consists of 12 arches, an intricately designed and decorated prayer chamber, seven bays and three bulbous domes at the helm.
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