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Hukuru Miskiiy (Old Friday Mosque)
Malé, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives Phone: Not availableAbout
Male' Hukuru Miskiy or Male' Friday Mosque is an ancient decorated mosque located in the city of Maldives. The mosque was originally constructed in 1658 AD under the reign of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar over two years time, and was constructed mostly out of coral stone. The building is surrounded by a 17th century cemetery, whose coral stone headstones are intricately and uniquely carved. The site also includes a coral stone minaret. Hukuru Miskiy (Friday Mosque) has a perimeter of 199 ft. The main building which is still used for conducting the daily prayers is divided into three sections:
