Jami Masjid (mosque) sacred centre of Sikri, symbolizes the city's spiritual prominence. It stands at the south-western end of Fatehpur Sikri. A high wall with gateways on three sides opens into a huge courtyard, 111 by 139 meters, making it the largest to be found in the Mughal period.

The inner walls are lined with columns and cloisters and the western facade has a massive arched doorway behind which are three domes. In the vast courtyard stands the tomb of Sheikh Salim Chisti whose blessings are still sought by childless women. This tomb was originally built in red sandstone but was later on made with marble. The tombstone covered by cloth is under a canopy of ebony, mother of pearl and brass. A corridor for circumambulation surrounds the square tomb chamber. The corridor has jail screens having a marvellous quality and the intricately carved serpentine brackets in white marble are pieces of sheer splendour. The tomb has a low dome. The 54 meter high Buland Darwaza or triumphal gateway built in 1575 to celebrate Akbar's successful Gujarat campaign, is the most stupendous architectural work of the Mughals.

The gateway is approached by a steep flight of steps, which add height and majesty to the entire structure. The gateway is designed in coloured stone and marble. The gateway is so awesome that it hides the magnificent Jami Masjid (mosque) which is just behind.