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Juma Mosque




Juma Mosque is a historic monument situated at Kalpeni in Lakshadweep. This mosque is believed to have been built by Ubadidullah, a missionary who arrived in Lakshadweep in the year 663 for spreading Islam religion. Similar ancient mosques attributed to the saint are located at Amini, Agatti and Kavaratti islands.

Kalpeni is situated at a distance of 287 km from Kochi.



Updated on 10th January, 2015

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