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Qadam-I-Rasool is the mosque positioned at Cuttack, Orissa, India. Qadam-I-Rasool has a unusual constituent, that it is evenly blessed for both, the Muslim and Hindu society. A holy place of devotion made by a Hindu king for the Muslim community in the 18th century, this monument attracts evenhanded greetings from both the factions. With a tower at each corner, the shrine is beautifully structured with three mosques and a Nahawat Khana (music gallery) within. The inner mosque even contains a stone with the footprints of Prophet Mohammed. It is an entity of respect for Hindus and Muslims in a similar way.
Qadam-I-Rasool is a famous mosque located in the environs of the old quarters in the Cuttack city. The arched mosque is stretched over an area of 58 acres. The foundation of Qadam-I-Rasool, in the Cuttack city of Orissa, is traced back to the eighteenth century. The mosque holds a lot of spiritual importance in the eyes of Muslim disciples, as it encloses the footprints of Prophet Mohammad, which have been conserved in the middle hall. Prophet Mohammad, the founder of Muslim religion, spread Muslim religion in many parts of the world. Cuttack city has a long history, and already witnessed many dynasties including the Mughal. The Mughal Empire made Cuttack its trading hub as the city is situated on the costal side of eastern India. Because of such activities, more and more tribes and communities settled in the Cuttack city. Thus, Cuttack became the major place with many religious communities.
Qadam-i-Rasool is a place of worship that is considered sanctified by both Muslims and Hindus. Muslims as well as Hindus visit Qadam-I-Rasool mosque. Qadam-I-Rasool also serves as the personification of the brilliant Indo-Islamic structural design. The overall feel and the architectural design style are unique and have a blend of typical Muslim mosque structure. The surrounding area is well developed and there is lush greenery where in you can relax and take rest. The area is quite peaceful and many of the Muslim and Hindu communities live in the nearby area.
Qadam-I-Rasool is located in the Cuttack city, 30 km from Bhubaneshwar- the capital city of Orissa. The Cuttack city is well connected by rail and air. There are number of trains available from all the major cities in India. In addition, the local OSRTC bus transport provides good connectivity.
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