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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
Built in 1653 CE by Rustam, son of the Golconda courtier Astirabad Dhulfiqar, and regarded as the first Indo-Saracenic style mosque in Tamil Nadu. A Persian inscription dated 1653 CE inside the mosque records its founding. It is one of the key heritage monuments of historic Poonamallee.
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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
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Plan Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
Typemosque
Nearest basePoonamallee
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/basePoonamallee
DistrictThiruvallur
Place typemosque
Time neededAbout an hour.
Built in 1653 CE by Rustam, son of the Golconda courtier Astirabad Dhulfiqar, and regarded as the first Indo-Saracenic style mosque in Tamil Nadu. A Persian inscription dated 1653 CE inside the mosque records its founding. It is one of the key heritage monuments of historic Poonamallee.
Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee is planned from Poonamallee, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Poonamallee for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily; peak activity at the five daily prayer times
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
In Poonamallee town on the Chennai-Bangalore road; nearest railway Avadi (~10 km) on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~15 km.
Dress modestly and check prayer times before visiting.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Poonamallee or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily; peak activity at the five daily prayer times. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Base yourself in Poonamallee or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
About an hour.
What else is near Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Nearby you can pair Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee (170 m), Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple (9.7 km), Vedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu (10.5 km), Masilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal (14.6 km).
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