Introduction
The Bhojashala Mosque in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh is one of the most significant monuments in Dhar, which over the years has become seeped in controversies. The unique feature of the mosque is the fact that this ancient structure was the home to both a mosque and a temple and was one of the most visited religious places in Dhar.
History
Built by Raja Bhoj, the Bhojashala temple in Dhar is claimed by some to be originally a temple while others claim it was a mosque. However the ASI maintains that this structure is 'A non living protected monument of national importance'.
According to some historians, the Bhojashala Mosque was rebuilt by Muslim ruler Delawar Khan Ghori during the 15th century with the help of materials from Jain and Hindu temples. They believe that Alauddin Khulji's governor built this mosque in 1305 as a Dargah of a Sufi saint. During 1902, excavations around the complex revealed some engravings in Sanskrit and Prakrit due to which it came to called a Bhojshala. It became a protected monument in 1904 under the Marathas and the British.
Description
The Bhojshala Mosque at Dhar was built by Raja Bhoj. It had both a temple and a mosque within the complex and was frequented by people of both the religion. It is said that the Bhojashala Mosque housed one of the finest sculptures on the period, an idol of Saraswati, now a part of collection in London
How To Reach
Dhar is about 33 km from Maheshwar, 35 km from Mandu. Indore is at a distance of 64 km from Dhar, an hour's drive away from Indore. All these are the principal towns of Madhya Pradesh that are well connected to different parts of India through rail and road ways. Buses are available from these places to Dhar at regular intervals. Autos and jeeps are also obtainable.
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