Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Abdul Gafoor Mosque (National Monument)

What is the address of the mosque?

No. 41, Dunlop Street

When was the original mosque built?

The original mosque was built in 1859. Interestingly, it was built in wood!

****Who rebuilt the mosque?

Shaik Abdul Gaffoor bin Shaik Hyder rebuilt the mosque.

****What kind of style is it built in?


It is an unusual blend of arabic and renaissance architecture.

****Which community worships here?


Indians who follow the Muslim faith worship here.




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