no 2 Published September 27, 2013 0 Each of the four wings displays a different style of ceiling tile and artwork. The damage wrought by the passage of time as well as neglect, can clearly be seen in the walls, which requires immediate attention. Pictured here is an example of Thattaesque artwork, evident even in Shah Jahan Mosque. Such work is reminiscent of Chaukandi and Makli. The Imam leading the Zohr prayers sits afterwards, wiping the sweat off his forehead, adjusting his turban and offering a silent prayer on a tasbeeh. Locals line up to donate funds for the mosque's renovation. Calligraphy on the mosque's exterior walls serves as a subtle reminder of Muslim cultural heritage. Join our Whatsapp channel
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