About Mohidden Mosque
Mohidden Mosque, also known as Ujra Mosque, is a historic mosque located on Kavaratti Island, the administrative capital of the Lakshadweep archipelago in India. Built in the 17th century, it is renowned for its ornate ceiling and pillars intricately carved from driftwood, and its well with sweet water. The mosque is an important religious and architectural landmark reflecting traditional island craftsmanship and Islamic heritage, attracting visitors interested in history, architecture and culture.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a whitewashed mosque set within Kavaratti village, featuring a prayer hall with intricately carved wooden pillars and ceiling made from driftwood, ornate wooden carvings with floral and geometric patterns, and a historic well on the premises. The surroundings are quiet and residential, with sandy lanes and coconut palms. Non-prayer-time visits allow viewing of exterior architecture and woodwork, while interior access is primarily for worshippers.
Key highlights
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17th-century mosque with intricate driftwood-carved ceiling and pillars
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Ornate wooden carvings showcasing traditional Lakshadweep craftsmanship
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Historic well within the mosque complex noted for sweet water
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Important religious landmark of Kavaratti Island
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Example of traditional island Islamic architecture
History of Mohidden Mosque
Believed to have been built in the 17th century by Sheikh Mohammed Kasim, the mosque is noted for its ceiling and pillars carved from driftwood. It represents the historical Islamic architectural tradition of Lakshadweep and is regarded as one of the oldest and most significant mosques in the archipelago.
Culture & Context
The mosque serves as a central place of worship for the Muslim community of Kavaratti and is valued for its religious function and traditional woodcraft. It reflects the island's Islamic heritage and artisanal wood-carving traditions passed down through generations.
Route
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