Palaiya Jumma Palli

#355 among destinations in India

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Palaiya Jumma Palli or Meen Kadai Palli is a mosque in Kilakarai, Tamil Nadu, India. Built in 628-630 AD, it is believed to be one of the oldest mosques in the world and along with Cheraman Juma Masjid in Kodungallur, Kerala and Barwada Mosque in Ghogha, Gujarat, the first mosque in India. It has an Islamic heritage of more than 1000 years. It is located in Kilakarai, an ancient port town in the South Indian state of Tamil Nadu known for its Islamic culture. It was built in 628–630 AD and was re-constructed in 1036. The mosque along with the others in the town, is one of the greatest examples of Dravidian Islam architecture. ()

Completed: 630 (1394 years ago)Coordinates: 9°13'53"N, 78°47'4"E

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Tamil NaduIndia

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Palaiya Jumma Palli – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kilakarai lighthouse.

~1410 ftS
Lighthouse
Kilakarai lighthouse
7 min walk • Kilakkarai Lighthouse is located at Kilakkarai, Tamil Nadu. The lighthouse started functioning on 2 October 1979. There was no lighthouse at this location prior to the installation of the present structure. A flag mast was present at this location previously to assist fishermen. The light source was modified on 30 April 2003.