![]() Khutba Mosque The Khutba Mosque was constructed in the 17th-century. The word Kuthbha stands for ‘formal occasion for public preaching’ in Arabic. Kuthba Mosque is also recognized as the Mulla Mohammad Mosque. It is a Margaz of Tablighi Jamaat in Pondicherry. It has the distinction of being the first mosque in Pondicherry. This mosque is a famous mosque in the city. The area of the Khuthbhapalli when came under the control of the French was categorized as the ‘White Area’. For this very reason, an order was circulated according to which, the Khutba Mosque and the entire Islamic society would have to be shifted to the southern end of the city. Khutba Mosque was one such mosque. This mosque was initially built at the present location of the Seventh Day School. ![]() Meeran Mosque Meeran Mosque is an ancient mosque of Pondicherry. As per estimations, this mosque was constructed almost three hundred and fifty years ago. It has been given the status of being the second oldest mosque in the whole of Pondicherry. In has been recorded in the pages of history that this mosque was built by the Arcot Nawabs. This mosque is also known by the local name of Meerapalli. Meeran Mosque is a fine representation of the medieval Islam architecture. More specifically, the basic structure of the Meeran Mosque is based on the Gothic Islamic style of architecture. It has a majestic dome, below which are four pillars providing support to the structure of the mosque. The mosque has the Meerhath and the Meember. There is a Kalima slab located just above the Meerhath. This mosque has a colorful facade minaret which is adorned by a bronze Kalasa. This bronze Kalasa is situated on top of the minaret. This mosque is also a home to the graves of Meeran and Suubhi Errai Perrar Mullah. There are prayer sessions held in the mosque on a daily basis. They are attended by devotees as well as locals. Masthan Saheb Darga Masthan Saheb Darga is known to be dedicated to a famous Sufi saint namely, Masthan Saheb Syed Dawood Buhari. Masthan Saheb Syed came from Buhara to Karaikal district of Pondicherry, about two centuries ago. He is known to have performed various miracles. The Kandhuri Festival is celebrated here every year in the month of November in order to honor Masthan Saheb. This festival is being celebrated by the devotees of the mosque for the past 170 years. This festival is marked by hoisting of a flag on a tall pole, which is reminiscent of a ship mast. Kandhuri Festival is celebrated for about ten days. This festival ends with a sparkle of floats illuminated with electric colors. Related Articles Mosques in India Tourism in Puducherry Mosques During Aurangzeb, Mughal Architecture Akbari Mosque, Ajmer Begampur Mosque Afsarwala Mosque |