Visit Maldives Friday Mosque

The Maldives is synonymous with sparkling sandy beaches and turquoise blue waters perfect for a variety of fun island water sports. When seeking the ideal Maldives island resort to truly make the most of your time here, consider the Kumarathi Island. Offering all its guests a luxury island experience with stylish interiors and modern amenities, these Maldives villas are the perfect locale to host your stay. Venture out into Male for a glimpse into the country’s impressive cultural legacy. The Hukuru Miskiy (Friday Mosque) is the oldest decorated mosque in the country, dating back to the mid-seventeenth century where it was built under the patronage of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar I over a period of two years. It is a modern architectural marvel, constructed almost entirely out of coral stone. The perimeter of the building is framed by an ancient cemetery, bearing intricately carved headstones that are a unique marvel to behold. Gracing the very top of the mosque is a beautiful stone minaret that is also made out of coral. The mosque is still in use today as a sacred prayer area, and the buildings’ interiors are home to a variety of traditional Maldivian art samples in the form of woodwork and lacquer work installed in the panels and ceilings. It is truly a unique Maldivian landmark meriting exploration when in the country.