Ujra Mosque — Attraction in Lakshadweep

There are about 30+ Mosques in Kavaratti but Ujra Mosque is the oldest, perhaps biggest one and definitely the most beautiful one. One has to climb a few steps to enter into the mosque. Mosque is said to be about 300 years old. Its one piece wooden carving is awesome and intact even after so many years. Environment inside mosque is calm.

In a year, about three times, mosque management arrange free food to all, everyone staying in Kavaratti are invited; however no formal invitation is sent to any one.

Outside surrounding needs better cleanliness. Mosque has got a pond which used to get natural water quality of which is like...

A well in the precincts of the mosque contains water with curative powers. Mohidden Mosque lies to the Northwest of the island. The 17th century structure has an ornate ceiling, said to have been carved out of a single of driftwood.

Mohidden Mosque's pillars are intricately carved. Sheikh Mohammad Kasim's grave is located in the mosque and is revered by the islanders.

Intricate driftwood carvings along the interiors bear a legend. According to legend, inspiration was drawn from the leaf of a plant and when the carver thought of recreating it in his house, a piece of wood hit his eyes and he...

It's very important to know about this peculiar mosque.. Mohammed KASIM valiyullahi is peacefully resting here. many miraculous histories are connected with this most important mosque situated at kavaratti island of Lakshadweep. Anyone with good intention can visit this mosque and pray for the wellness and wishes. You all good prayers are fulfilled here. Thursday evening and Sunday evening are the most suitable timings to visit this...