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Mosques
Jama Masjid
Located at Kuttichira, Jum-a Masjid locally known as Jama palli dates back
to 14th century. This mosque is raised on a stepped pedestal and is enclosed
by masonry walls and the entrance has slanting roofs. This single storied mosque
has a largest floor area and could accommodate around 1000 worshippers at a
time. The ceilings are adorned with complex wood carvings which resembles the
ancient Kerala temple architectural style. The wooden walls inside the mosque
are engraved with verses from sacred Arabic texts. In the month of April, a
Nercha festival is celebrated here for four days. Tomb of The Malappuram Shaheed,
whose brave exploits have been immortalized in the Mappila ballads, is located
adjacent to this mosque.
Mucchandi Palli
Known also as Muccunti Mosque, Mucchandi Mosque situated at Kuttichira is
constructed in the traditional temple style of architecture. The mosque stands
on a 1.5m high plinth and has a semi circular prayer niche, mihrab. One among
the oldest temple, this mosque tells the history of Zamorins through its 13-century
inscription called Vattezhuthu.
Mishkal Masjid
One of the largest mosques in Kozhikode, Mishkal Masjid (also spells as
Mithqal) alias Mithqalpalli is named after its founder Nakhuda Mithqali, who
was a local trader in the 14th century, during the time of Ibn Battuta. Located
two kilometers from the city at the back of Kuttichira tank, it is the oldest
mosques in Malabar. This four storeyed structure supported by 24 wooden pillars
was built over 700 years ago and proudly proclaims the architectural splendour
of yester years. Though the Portuguese burnt the mosque in 1510, it was reconstructed
later in 1578, but one could still see the burnt portions. Mithqal mosque is
a symbol of peace and unity as one could enter here despite of his caste and
social status.
Mohiudeen Mosque
Located in the Palayam market, Mohiudeen Mosque is the only mosque in Kerala
which is equipped with close circuit TV. This is to help the Imam deliver his
sermons to a large number of people spread out at different storeys at the same
time.
Pattalam Mosque
One of the prominent mosques in Kozhikode, Pattalam mosque is situated very
near to the Mananchira square premises.
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