The legend says that the original Jama Masjid was situated near Dongri near crawford market. Later removed and erected at Esplanade. In 1770, this mosque was demolished by Governor William Hornby who forbidded the existence of any building within 600 yards of the walls of the Fort. The construction of the present Jama Masjid began in 1775 and was concluded in 1802.
The masjid is a quadrangular pile of brick and stone encircled by a ring of terraced , roofed and double storyed buildings.The main eastern gate leads to an ancient tank with about 10 feet of water. From the depths of the water rise 16 black stone arches which support the whole fabric of the mosque.
The Jama Masjid is administered by Kokni Muslims of Mumbai. The affairs of the Masjid and its allied properties are governed by eleven elected members of the Kokni community who are known as Mushavirs. The elections to the Trust are held every three years. Any member of the Kokni Jamaat (community) who is eligible as per the provisions of the Scheme of the Trust can contest elections.

How to reach Jama Masjid?

You can get off at Masjid station (harbour line) and take a taxi towards Jama masjid.