Thazhathangady Juma Masjid, Kottayam, Kerala, India
Watch and share the 360-degree virtual reality tour of the Thazhathangady Juma Masjid (mosque), Kottayam, Kerala, India. Situated on the banks of the Meenachil river.
Thazhathangady Juma Masjid is one of the oldest mosques in India and is more than 1000 years old. It is famous for its richness of architecture, wood carvings, and beauty. The Southern half of it is demolished and extended with iron pillars, aluminum sheets, and minars in 2012. This mosque is situated on the banks of the Meenachil river.
The mosque is also called as the “Taj Juma Masjid”. The ancestors of this Masjid came and settled in Kottayam, from different parts of Kerala. The Muslims who lived here played an active role in the Freedom Struggle and other National Movements.
This mosque is known for its intricate wooden carvings and architecture.