historic site · Galle · Free · 108km from Colombo

A white mosque near the lighthouse inside Galle Fort that looks more like a baroque church at first glance. The current two-storey building dates from 1904 and serves the fort's long-established Muslim community.

Best time to visit

Outside prayer times, ideally in the morning

Typical visit duration

15 to 20 minutes

Tips

Cover shoulders and knees, take your shoes off at the entrance and bring a scarf if you are a woman. Avoid Friday midday prayers.