About Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque)
The Moti Masjid, or Pearl Mosque, is a jewel-box of white marble within Lahore Fort, built during Shah Jahan’s reign as a private royal mosque. Its serene simplicity contrasts with the grandeur around it.
Compact and refined, it’s one of several ‘Pearl Mosques’ the Mughals built and a quiet highlight inside the Fort complex.
Highlights
- White marble — A pristine prayer chamber in the Shah Jahan style.
- Royal privacy — Built as a mosque for the imperial household.
- Proportion — Admired for its restraint and elegance.
- Fort setting — Experienced as part of a Fort visit.
Nearby & related sites
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Lahore Fort (Shahi Qila)
The UNESCO citadel of the Mughal emperors — palaces, halls and the Sheesh Mahal.
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Sheesh Mahal (Palace of Mirrors)
Shah Jahan's shimmering mirror-work pavilion, the crown jewel of Lahore Fort.
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