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Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee
A mosque built in 1717-1718 CE by Sadatullah Khan, Nawab of the Carnatic, to commemorate his victory over Raja Desingh. It carries a Persian inscription recording the date of construction. It is one of the notable Islamic-period monuments within the Gingee fort complex.
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Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee
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Plan Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSingavaram
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSingavaram
DistrictViluppuram
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A mosque built in 1717-1718 CE by Sadatullah Khan, Nawab of the Carnatic, to commemorate his victory over Raja Desingh. It carries a Persian inscription recording the date of construction. It is one of the notable Islamic-period monuments within the Gingee fort complex.
Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee is planned from Singavaram, one of the travel bases in Viluppuram district. Use Singavaram for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours (roughly 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee
Within the Gingee Fort complex at Gingee; nearest railway Villupuram Junction (~37 km); nearest airport Puducherry (~65 km) or Chennai MAA (~150 km)
Located inside the Gingee Fort area; visit as part of the fort tour.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Singavaram or nearby in Viluppuram, 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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When is the best time to visit Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours (roughly 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee?
Base yourself in Singavaram or nearby in Viluppuram, 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 Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee?
About an hour.
What else is near Sadatullah Khan Mosque, Gingee?
Nearby you can pair Venkataramana Temple, Gingee (240 m), Venugopala Swamy Temple, Gingee (250 m), Gingee Fort (400 m), Raja Desingh Memorial, Gingee (2.2 km).
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