Khoja Mosque, Religious monument at River Road and Moi Avenue junction, Nairobi, Kenya.
The Khoja Mosque is a three-story prayer house built with stone blocks at the junction of River Road and Moi Avenue in Nairobi. The building features large entrance doors and a prominent clock set into its central dome.
The foundation stone was laid by Governor Sir Charles Bowring in 1920, with the official opening ceremony conducted by Major General Sir Edward Northey in 1922.
The mosque includes separate prayer halls for men and women, plus a courtyard with wooden benches where congregants gather after religious services.
Administrative offices for Aga Khan community organizations occupy the ground floor, while the second floor houses a prayer hall with soundproof windows. Visitors should note that access to certain areas may be restricted during prayer times or for members only.
Timber components for the interior were imported from Gujarat, India, reflecting the roots of many Ismaili community members in that region. This connection to Indian craftsmanship remains visible in the wood details throughout the building.
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