Srinagar, Nov 15 (KNS): The ongoing tour conducted by Army of Balapur Girls to Chennai visited ‘Thousands lights Mosque’ a multi dome mosque located at Anna Salai in Chennai, which is one of largest mosques in the country and a revered place of worship, defence spokesman said in a statement.
“The mosque which is adorned with quotes from the holy book Quran was built by Nawab Umdat-ul- Umlah in 1810.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelIt is said that 1000 lamps were needed to be lit in order to illuminate the assembly hall, from which it derived its name ‘Thousand lights mosque”.
The girls were elated at this rare and unique opportunity of visiting this place of such historical, religious and cultural significance besides its architectural grandeur. (KNS)