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Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
The grand Friday mosque of Kayalpatnam is one of the oldest mosques in India, traditionally dated to 842 CE and rebuilt in the 14th century by Sultan Sayyid Jamaluddin. Known as the 'Mosque of a Thousand Pillars' for its vast pillared prayer hall, it is the principal Islamic monument of this historic Arab-trading port town on the Bay of Bengal. It remains an active centre of worship and Islamic scholarship.
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Plan Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
Typemosque
Nearest baseKayalpatnam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseKayalpatnam
DistrictThoothukudi
Place typemosque
Time neededAbout an hour.
The grand Friday mosque of Kayalpatnam is one of the oldest mosques in India, traditionally dated to 842 CE and rebuilt in the 14th century by Sultan Sayyid Jamaluddin. Known as the 'Mosque of a Thousand Pillars' for its vast pillared prayer hall, it is the principal Islamic monument of this historic Arab-trading port town on the Bay of Bengal. It remains an active centre of worship and Islamic scholarship.
Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam is planned from Kayalpatnam, one of the travel bases in Thoothukudi district. Use Kayalpatnam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily around the five daily prayer times
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
In Kayalpatnam town, ~20 km southeast of Thoothukudi; nearest railway Tiruchendur (~18 km) or Thoothukudi (~20 km); nearest airport Tuticorin TCR (~25 km)
Active mosque; remove footwear, dress modestly and be mindful during prayer times.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kayalpatnam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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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Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily around the five daily prayer times. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Base yourself in Kayalpatnam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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 Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
About an hour.
What else is near Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Nearby you can pair Kayalpatnam Historic Port Town and Mosques (1.2 km), Ayyanarsunai (7.3 km), Punnaikayal (7.4 km), Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur (8.0 km).
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- Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam:Periya Palli, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0