Jami Masjid or Dargah Mosque is one of the largest mosques in India. Built in the year 1571, the mosque is the most sacred place in Fatehpur Sikri. Jami Masjid is said to be a replica of the mosque situated at Mecca. Situated on the highest point in Fatehpur Sikri, the mosque containing the elements of Hindu and Persian styles.

The main entrance to the mosque is through the 54 metre high Buland Darwaza or the Gateway of victory. The gateway can be reached by climbing to a height of 13 metre by staircase. The Buland Darwaza was built in 1573 by Akbar to commemorate his conquest of Gujarat. The massive gateway is a unique specimen of artistry and the centre of attraction for tourists. An ayat (verse) from the Holy Qoran has been inscribed on the gate which means "The world is a bridge, pass over it, but build no house upon it. He who hopes for an hour may hope for eternity." Just outside the gateway is a deep well, local boys dive from the roof into the well to pick up coins thrown into the water.


Jami Masjid has a big courtyard around 10,000 devotees may perform namaz (prayer) at a time here. The mosque is beautifully decorated with superb paintings, inlaid stones, exquisite carvings and shinning tiles. Jami Masjid consists of pillared Dalan, a Chhajja and the Chhatri on the roof.

Inside the premises of the mosque is the Dargah or tomb of Saint Shaikh Salim Chisti. The Dargah was built in red sandstone by Akbar's instruction on the death of the Saint in 1571. Jehangir who was born by the blessings Salim Chisti carried out extensive renovations and paved the dargah with white marble. The tomb is outstanding in its architecture and stone network is extremely beautiful. The tomb of Islam Khan, the grandson of Salim Chisti also lies within the mosque.