Jummah Mosque, 19th century mosque in Port Louis, Mauritius

The Jummah Mosque occupies a full block bounded by Royal, Joseph Rivière, Queen and Jummah Mosque Streets in Port Louis. Its architecture mixes Moorish and Mughal influences, and the former Mosque of the Arabs, built in 1853, was incorporated as the main prayer hall, lit by glass chandeliers. Artisans led by Ishaq Mistry worked with materials shipped from India.

Muslim merchants began purchasing properties on this site starting in 1857, and the complex was gradually built over several decades. The mosque was finally completed in 1895 and has served the local community ever since.

The mosque serves as a religious education center where students participate in Quran memorization classes, culminating in graduation ceremonies during Ramadan.

Visitors should know that the complex is actively managed by the local community and regular prayer services take place throughout the day. Respect for religious practices and appropriate dress are important when entering the site.

The badamia, or Indian almond tree, in the courtyard already stood on the two plots bought on 20 October 1852, so it predates the mosque itself. The founders paid Rs 6,800 for those Queen Street properties on behalf of the whole Muslim congregation of Mauritius.