Dawalta gaha jumma masjid Very old mosque 🕌 and nice architecture

peaceful and calm mosque near colombo area....

Dewatagaha Mosque, located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, is a significant religious and architectural landmark that holds cultural importance within the Muslim community. This elegant mosque stands in the heart of the city, near the bustling Viharamahadevi Park, creating a serene atmosphere amidst the urban landscape. Constructed in the early 19th century, Dewatagaha Mosque showcases a harmonious blend of Islamic and Moorish architectural styles. Its distinctive features include graceful domes, intricate minarets, and finely crafted calligraphy that adorns its exterior. The mosque's whitewashed façade and ornate details contribute to its timeless beauty, making it a captivating sight for locals and tourists alike. Beyond its architectural allure, Dewatagaha Mosque serves as a center for religious practices and community gatherings. The interior boasts a tranquil prayer hall adorned with vibrant carpets, creating an inviting space for worshipers. The mosque plays a crucial role in fostering unity and spirituality among Colombo's Muslim population, providing a place for reflection and communal prayer. One notable aspect of Dewatagaha Mosque is its commitment to inclusivity. Open to visitors of all faiths, the mosque promotes interfaith understanding and dialogue. This welcoming approach has made it a symbol of religious tolerance and cultural diversity in Colombo, reflecting the rich tapestry of Sri Lanka's multicultural society. Surrounded by lush greenery and located near other religious sites, Dewatagaha Mosque contributes to Colombo's cultural mosaic. It stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of religious coexistence and harmony, reminding all who visit of the shared values that bind communities together in this vibrant and diverse city.

“SHAIKH USMAN WALIYULLAH SHRINE” The Dewatagaha mosque is one of the more prominent mosques in Colombo – its lovely exterior is almost an iconic part of the architecture near Town Hall. It is also partly a shrine to a Saint from the 19th century – Shaikh Usman Waliyullah – and Muslims and non-Muslims alike visit to pay their respects. It’s beautiful to look at – huge and white, much like the ones in Galle and Beruwela which were set up around the same era. Green creepers have begun to grow around parts of the minarets (mosque towers) adding to the aesthetics. The premises don’t seem that large on entering it but from outside it spans quite the distance, and the Town Hall dome some distance behind looks like it’s part of the white structure. At the center are pigeons – loads of pigeons! They’re always there and visitors make a habit of feeding them; a friend of mine remembers visiting the mosque with her mother, paying respect to the shrine and feeding the pigeons as part of a regular ritual. The backstory- The mosque is said to be about 200 years old. The devotees believe the Saint whose shrine this is was sent to Sri Lanka by the Prophet Muhamad from Arafat, Arabia. The legend behind the making of the mosque is one that pervades folklore – a Tamil woman or a Sinhala woman (different versions of the story) was apparently walking through the cinnamon jungle of Colombo in 1802, carrying coconut oil to her clients in Maradana. But she tripped on a cadju root and her oil pot was shattered. Sunken into despair because she was the sole wage earner of her family, she wept, but then she saw this old man in green garb with a long grey bear standing near the Dewata tree. He asked her not to cry, and asked her to bring a new pot and place it near – he pressed the ground there with his foot and oil sprang out. He asked her to tell all her Muslim customers about this magical incident and apparently she did and they arrived soon and were impressed, and a devotion to the Saint and his teachings soon began – resulting in the eventual building of his shrine and the mosque.

This place gives the relief to people who have sitans sight and etc as he send and tell through someone to go to that place where there is a person like his power to do cure the person and even he will help people who is hungry in need of money to help barakth in life and etc etc works. Each Arabic month there are functioning and reciting kithab. This on special occasions as his celebration of uroos Mubarak on 11th month in Islamic calendar.

A beautiful muslim mosque situated at the busy city. I have never been to inside, but still it is a very picturesque sight to eyes. The place is filled with crows and pigeons everytime I pass this place. The mosques is situated adjacent to the Colombo Town Hall building. The National Eye Hospital, Viharamaha Devi Park is also situated nearby to this mosque. [These pictures were taken about one year ago]

Dawatagaha Jumma Masjid / mosque is a prominent in terms of architecture, historical and religious value. It gets attraction due to its exterior architecture style. The mosque is crowded with Sufi sect Muslims. It has a tomb of a Sufi saint, it makes devotees to pray and perform rituals. Wahhabi practicing Muslims avoid this mosque since they don't practice towards a man or saint. You could see a lot of pigeons here.

One of the best in Colombo Historical MASJID The interior is simple but beautiful. It was decorated.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Dewatagaha Jumma Masjid in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and I must say that it exceeded all my expectations. This mosque truly deserves a 5-star rating for its historical significance, architectural beauty, and cultural importance. Firstly, the Dewatagaha Jumma Masjid stands as a testament to the rich history of Islam in Sri Lanka. Built in the early 19th century, it holds a special place as one of the oldest and most important mosques in the country. Its founding by the esteemed Muslim saint, Usman Siddique, adds a sense of spirituality and reverence to the site. The mosque's architecture is simply awe-inspiring. Its gleaming white exterior walls and twin minarets create a striking image against the skyline of Colombo. As I stepped inside, I was greeted by the intricate calligraphy adorning the walls and ceilings, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship of the artisans who created this masterpiece. One of the most fascinating aspects of the Dewatagaha Jumma Masjid is its connection to legends and miracles. It is believed to have been constructed on the site where a miracle occurred. The story of a woman in need, whose broken oil pot was miraculously refilled by a saint, serves as a source of inspiration and adds a touch of enchantment to the mosque's history. The mosque also houses a remarkable collection of Islamic artifacts, including a copy of the Quran that is said to be over 500 years old. These treasures provide an invaluable glimpse into the rich heritage of Islam in Sri Lanka and are a testament to the mosque's cultural significance. As a place of worship, the Dewatagaha Jumma Masjid holds great spiritual significance for the Muslim community in Colombo. Yet, it is also a welcoming space for visitors from all backgrounds. The mosque is open to tourists who wish to learn about the history and culture of Islam in Sri Lanka. The friendly staff and informative displays make it an educational and enriching experience for everyone. In conclusion, the Dewatagaha Jumma Masjid is a true gem of Colombo. Its historical importance, architectural splendor, and cultural significance make it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in exploring the vibrant tapestry of Sri Lanka's Islamic heritage. I highly recommend a visit to this beautiful and historic mosque, and I guarantee that it will leave you with a profound appreciation for the beauty and diversity of our world.

Oldest mosque 🕌 of the location busy junction all amenities

A nice artistic building that sits in the city. Picture worthy during sunrise and sunset because of its very creative appearance. Keep looking at it on a sunny day, and it looks like a gigantic white flower facing the blue sky. The row of small shops adjoining this building adds that extra magic all of it brings in to the city's look.

Its a peaceful place

A mosque made in 1800s is an absolute gem. Big capacity and very maintained.

A two hundred year old historic mosque in the centre of Colombo. There used to be also a grave (mazar) within the compound.

One of my favourite and oldest Mosque in Colombo. it's located at the center part of Colombo like a heart yes a white heart. I use to feel like staying in an Indian Dhargah bacause of it's nature and pigeons. very nice architecture. visit and stay blessed.

Historically known masjith in Ceylon. It allows women too for prayers in a separately allocated space where people from many parts of islands gather to perform the ritual beliefs and prayers.

You can find non extremist Muslims here. Because this Muslim order teaches them to live in harmony with other peoples. Many non-muslims are going there to pray.

pray here if you dont want your prayers to be accepted. he (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Those who came before you took the graves of their Prophets and righteous people as places of worship. Do not take graves as places of worship – I forbid you to do that.” (Narrated by Muslim in his Saheeh, 532, from Jundab ibn ‘Abd-Allaah al-Bajali).

It's a holy masjid. Good for peace of mind, blessings and pray for wishes to come true. Very powerful and miraculous place.

Very Famous mosque.. All religious people visit this place

Calm and relax place. If the people ask Dua directly from Allah then it's fine but few people they worship the ziyarath which is not correct. The people working there was really good, caring and guiding the right information to people which is highly appreciated. Mr. Hamza is really a good human being who took care of the people who attend and giving guidance with right information which is also highly appreciated. Feeding the pigeon 🐦 is good to see.

This place is just not up to par with what I expect from a proper Muslim community. They're clearly practicing shirk with all their ziyarams and oil lamps. It's so obvious that they're praying to ziyaram and don't even get me started on Fridays when they pour oil into a container near the ziyaram - it's like they're completely oblivious to the fact that this is shirk! Even a kovil poosari poured oil there - it's ridiculous. And to top it all off, I saw one lady tasting/applying oil like it was some kind of holy water (I immediately left thereafter). The whole place smells like a kovil/temple (maybe on Fridays), not like a typical mosque. It's pretty obvious that these people are drifting away from the folds of Islam.

This mosque 🕌 belong to traditional Muslim ☪️ who live in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 Sufi masjid

Always a Good place share your belief & to relax your mind spiritually...

Always vibrant outside, but serene and peaceful inside. Also a really good tourist attraction as well.

Well maintained, great place to worship, well organized

A place to pray and feel in peace with the help of almighty and his close follwer sheikh usman whos shrine is located at the masjid

Best Spiritual & Holy place to all relegion peoples in the city and long history near 200 years

Most prominent mosque in Sri Lanka and one of the first too. Home for many Sufis and Thariqa boys. The Shrine of Qutub of Seylan Shaykh Usman Waliyullah Naqshbandhi. There are tens of thousands devotees visit this mosque each year to secure blessings. They vary from different ethnic groups other than Sunni Muslims who follow the path of Ahlus Sunnath Wal Ja'mah. Zikr remembrance of Allah majlis takes place daily and a lot of Thareeqa men and women along with their families visit from Thursdays After Sunset up utill Friday evening, Some top dignitaries do visit the Shrine to seek blessings and gain Barakah.

A beautiful muslim mosque situated at the busy city.