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| Jama Masjid : 26kms. from Margoa at Sanguem. Built in last
century, the Jama Masjid was completely renovated in 1959. The new structure is
remarkable for its harmonious proportions and elegant simplicity. It has four
minarets whilst the entrance facade is flanked by two elegant turrets surmounted
by pillared kiosks. A dome-shaped kiosk rises in the centre of the four
minarets. Festivals are celebrated here with due solemnity and éclat by the rejoicing
devotees. |
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 Safa Shahouri Masjid
: The Safa Shahouri Masjid, the biggest and most famous
of the 27 mosque in Ponda taluka was built in 1560 by Ibrahim Adilshah of
Bijapur. Adjacent to the mosque is a well constructed masonry tanks with chamber
with 'maharab' designs. The mosque and tank were formerly surrounded by
extensive garden with many fountains. They were all destroyed during the
Portuguese rule. The two major festivals Id UI-Fitr and Ud-Duha are celebrated
at this mosque with great pomp and are attended by large number of people. |
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| Namazgarh: Built during the Muslim era in Goa, it is situated on a hilltop facing the town of
Bicholim. |
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