About Jamia Masjid, Garacharma
Jamia Masjid, Garacharma is a prominent congregational mosque located in the Garacharma locality of Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) in South Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It serves as the main place of worship for the local Muslim community for daily prayers and Friday congregations. The mosque features functional architecture with a prayer hall, minarets and ablution facilities, and is notable as a central religious and community gathering place in the Garacharma area.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a functional community mosque set in the residential area of Garacharma, about 7 km from central Sri Vijaya Puram. The complex includes a main prayer hall, minarets, and an ablution area. The surroundings are urban with local shops and residences. Non-worship visitors can view the exterior architecture and observe community activity from outside the prayer hall. The interior is accessible to worshippers during prayer times and maintains a quiet, respectful environment.
Key highlights
- 01
Main congregational mosque serving the Garacharma Muslim community
- 02
Functional prayer hall used for five daily prayers and Friday Jumuah prayers
- 03
Minarets and simple Islamic architectural elements
- 04
Central community gathering place for religious observances