Meeran Mosque

Pondicherry in the South of India is pilgrimage spot for the Hindus, Muslims and Christian alike. There are a good number of Temple, Churches and Mosques in the region. One of the most important religious destination of Muslims in Pondicheery is the Meeran Mosque. Built almost Three hundred and Fifty years ago, the Meeran Mosque is the oldest Mosque in the whole of Pondicherry.

The architecture of the Meeran Mosque is quite unique. Built by the Arcod Nawabs that basic structure of the Meeran Mosque follows a Gothic Islamic style. The Dome of the Mosque is supported by four lofty Pillars and the Meerhath and the Meember are located very near it. Just above the Meerhath there is the Kalima Slab. In order to enhance the beauty of the facade minaret a Bronze Kallasa is placed on the top of the structure.

The Meeran Mosque is also the resting place of the divine graves of Meeran, the one who built the Mosque and of Suubhi Errai Perriar Mullah. The local people visit the Meeran Mosque for regular prayers.