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Beemapalli




Beemapalli is a famous mosque (palli) in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala. It is situated on the beach road leading to Poonthura via Valiyathura, about 5 km south-west of Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station.

The mosque is dedicated to the memory of Beema Beevi, a devout Muslim lady who came to Kerala from Mecca and settled down at this place with her son. The mosque is held hallowed by Muslims as well as others.

Chandanakuda Festival, a grand festival held here in her memory attracts thousands of pilgrims irrespective of caste and creed. The festivities start on the 1st of the Hijra month of Jamathul Akhir (March -April) and conclude on the 10th day of the same month.



Updated on 13th June, 2005
District: Thiruvananthapuram
Location: Thiruvananthapuram    

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