The Juma Masjid of Kasargod, Malik Ibn Dinar Mosque is located in the heart of the town at Thalangara, 2kms away.The mosque is dedicated to Malik Ibn Dinar who arrived from Arabia with his family on a mission to spread Islam on the coast of Kerala. It was originally built in around AD 642.Years later, the mosque was reconstructed in 1809. Built in typical Kerala style of architecture, it is one of the most attractive and well-maintained mosques in the district which is believed to have been founded by Malik Ibn Dinar. Dinar was a missionary from Arabia who is credited with propagating Islam to the shores of Malabar. Of the 10 mosques built in Kasargod by Dinar and his followers, only this mosque survives today. The original mosque was a small structure with a thatched roof and later his followers constructed it as an elaborate structure. The mortal remains of Malik Dinar can be seen inside the mosque and some of the descendents of the prophet are also buried here.An important festivel(Uroos) takes place every year in commemoration of the arrival of Malik Ibn Dinar. The Uroos attract pilgrims from all over India.On this occasion, thousands of devotees throng the premise of the mosque to pay homage to their revered saint. Religious speeches are held and food and clothes are distributed among the pilgrims.
How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Kasaragod railway station
Nearest Airport: Manglore International Airport
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