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9.2.3 Jaunpur School of Architecture


Figure 14 Atalla Masjid

It was influenced by the buildings of Tughlaq period but its typical feature was its bold and forceful character expressed in the huge imposing pro-pylon screens filling the central and side bays of prayer hall. It was Developed by Sharqui Dynasty hence also called as sharqui style.


Notable Example is Atalla Masjid.