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Shah Jahan Mosque, Thatta شاہ جہاں مسجد ٹھٹھہ

UNESCO Tentative List SindhThattaMosque Historic
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The story

Built 1644–1647 during Shah Jahan's exile in Sindh, decorated with the most elaborate tile-work in South Asia — blue-and-white mosaic covering two main chambers and 93 domes. Remarkable for having no minarets.

Sources

· DOAM — Govt of Pakistan · UNESCO World Heritage Centre

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Azam Khan — Local guide
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Saima Bibi — Traditional craft
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Nearby heritage

Makli Hill, Thatta · 10 kmPort of Banbhore · 48 kmChaukhandi Tombs · 89 kmRanikot Fort · 128 kmUmerkot Fort · 188 km

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