Mosques in Coimbatore

Nestled in the state of Tamil Nadu, Coimbatore is considered to be the second largest cities in the state. Also known as Kovai, the city is commonly known as Koneyammanputhhur which means “the birth place of Goddess”. Moreover, tourists from different parts of the world visit the Coimbatore religious temples, mosques, historical monuments for business and research purposes.

Famous Mosques in Coimbatore

There are number of mosques and  masjids in the city that play an integral part of the culture of Coimbatore. Some of the famous mosques in Coimbatore include Hydrali Tippu Dhakni Sunnathjamath Mosque, Al Ameen Ahlus Sunnath Jamath, The Tippu Sultan Jamath, Hithar Khan Jamath Mosque and much more.

Athar Jamad Mosque

Athar Jamad Mosque is one of the oldest and biggest mosques in Coimbatore that is located at Oppanakara Street of Coimbatore district. This beautiful structure was built by a perfume merchant named Athar who migrated from Trinelveli. The construction of this strong structure was started in 1860 with the use of lime and mortar and successfully completed in the year of 1904. Athar Jamad Masjid holds an open courtyard, Ablution Pond and a library.

Usually, the holy darga is crowded during Friday with approximately 2000 worshippers for the special prayers. The Mosque is managed by the Jamaat which comprises of descendants of the 52 families from Trinelveli that moved to Coimbatore during the ancient period. M.S. Abdul Rasheed is the chairman and secretary of the holy masjid in Coimbatore.

Address
No 26/276 Ist Floor, Oppanakara Street, Coimbatore Ho,
Coimbatore – 641001
Phone Number: (0422) 2390941

Quick Facts about the Masjid
Minarets: 4
Capacity: 2000
Branch: Islam
Established: 1904

Kottai Hidayathul Islam Safia Jamath Mosque

Kottai Hidayathul Islam Safia Jamath Mosque is considered to be the biggest mosque that is located in Kottaimedu near the railway junction in Coimbatore. Moreover, the mosque holds rich architectural work with white marble pillars representing the Indo-Arabic styles. The Kottai Hidayathul Islam Safia Jamath Mosque was build during the period of Tipu Sultan in 17th century.

Additionally, an Arabic college is situated near the Mosque that is effectively functioning with good standards. T.I. Abdul Wahab, general secretary of Kottai Hidayathul Islam Safia Jamath Mosque states that the original mosque built by Tipu Sultan was destroyed by the British people. Later, Haji Mohammed Pillai Rawther reconstructed in 1910.

Address: Kottaimedu, Near Railway Junction,
Coimbatore

Nearby Places To See
Irudhaya Theatre
Kottai Easwaran Temple
Kotteswaran Temple
Royal Theatre

Ahle Sunnath Dakhni Jamath mosque or Tipu Sultan Mosque

One of the oldest mosques in Coimbatore is Ahle Sunnath Dakhni Jamath mosque that is located at Idayarpalayam. The beautiful mosque is well known for its strong limestone wall, teak wood roofs, two shining teak pillars, central enclosure and much more. The Jamath holds over 600 members from Idayarpalayam and people of different communities exist in the place peacefully.

This mosque is considered to be a holy place of worship where special night prayers are conducted at the dargah. Thousands of Muslims and other religion people will be crowded during the month of Ramzan and Bakrid. It is great to know that the Jamath has taken great efforts for the celebration of Hazrat Noorsha Aulia’s dargah that completed 255 years in the month of October.

Popular Mosques in Coimbatore

Hydrali Tippu Dhakni Sunnathjamath Mosque
Address: Mettupalayam Road, Coimbatore Ho, Coimbatore - 641001
Phone Number: 0422-550945

Ahle Sunnath Dakhni  Jamath
Address: No.85-A, Karunanidhi Nagar, Ramanathapuram
Coimbatore-641 045
Phone Number: (0422) 2320786

Al Ameen Ahlus Sunnath Jamath
Address: Coimbatore Ho, Coimbatore - 641001
Phone Number: 9442205484

Junglipeth Durgha
Address: Trichy road, Coimbatore

Masjidul Ihsan
Address: Salamath Nagar, Karumbukkadai
Coimbatore

Makkah Masjid
Address: Madukkarai Road, Kurichi
Coimbatore

Hithayathal Islam Shaffiya Jamath
Address: Coimbatore Ho, Coimbatore - 641001
Phone Number: (0422) 2392790

Al Masjidul Madinah Ahalus Sunnath Val Jamath
Address: 40 Podanur Main Road,Opposite Jaya Bakery, Podanur, Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu, India 641023.
Working Hours: 9.AM -10.00 PM
Weekly Holiday: Sunday

Hithar Khan Jamath Mosque
Address: Poo Market, Near Anish Glass House, Mettupalayam Road, Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu, India 641043

Masjid E Ibrahim
Address: 143, Podanur Main Road, Opposite Bus Stop, Kurichi Pirivu,
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641023,
Working Hours: 9.00 AM -10.00 PM

Maszithus Ansaryya
Address: 68, Opposite Hindustan Flour Mill, Kurichi Pirivu, Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu, India 641023
Phone Number: 3201216

Tamilnadu Muslim Munnetra Kazhagam
Address: 32, Bye Pass Road, Bye Pass Road, Opposite CTC Tippo,
Ukkadam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641001
Phone Number: 0422 226 0286

Sunnath Jamath Pullivasal
Address: 62, Mettupalayam Road, Mettupalayam Road,
Opposite Bus Stand Annur, Annur, Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu 641653

Muslim Pallivasal
Address: 505, Oppanakara Street, Oppanakara Street, Near Wine Shop,
Ukkadam, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641001

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