This unmistakable mosque that is situated in the bustling area of Colombo known as Pettah is an attraction that will undoubtedly capture the eye of the sightseer.
The Building
Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque is an impressive red and white building sited in Pettah. Construction of the Mosque began in 1908 and was completed within a year. Its atypical design and colours make it a well-known attraction in the region.
Architecture
This mosque is one of the city’s most characteristic buildings and religious attractions. The mosque’s domes are intended to bear a resemblance to the shape of a pomegranate, rather than the onion form conventionally used in mosques. The architectural fashion of the mosque is considered to be of the Indo-Saracenic type. In years past it is believed that this mosque was a marker for seafarers approaching the Colombo port.
Going in
Occupying the pride of place in Pettah, one of the busiest areas of Colombo, this Islamic body showcases not only Indo-Saracenic architectural elements but also dates back to 1909. Also referred to as the Red Mosque, the venue is a momentous place of worship in the capital.
Location
Located in Pettah’s Second Cross Street the venue was specially made to be built by the Borah community of Muslims who dwell in Pettah. Pettah is accessible from many Colombo hotels, be it a budget hostel or a luxury hotel like Ramada Colombo.
Filled with wanderlust that seeks to explore distant shores and captivated by the colors and vibrancy of exotic cultures, Kanya Mae writes on the beautiful, exciting, and enchanting wonders of the world. She is a writer who not only has a passion for travel, but also has a background in fashion, art and media. Google+
