Broken Hill Mosque, Heritage mosque in Broken Hill, Australia
Broken Hill Mosque is a building with a simple wooden structure and iron elements located in Broken Hill. It contains an ante-room and a prayer room oriented towards Mecca.
The building was constructed in 1887 at North Camel Camp and served Afghan and Indian camel drivers who transported goods across the Australian outback until the 1920s. Its foundation is tied to the history of trade routes through this region.
The building displays traditional Islamic architectural elements such as washing channels and stepping stones leading to the prayer area. These details reveal how visitors practiced their religious customs at this site.
The site can be visited on Fridays between 11 AM and 1 PM or by arrangement with the Broken Hill Historical Society. Visitors should check opening times beforehand.
Bobby Shamroze, whose father and grandfather were camel drivers, maintains the museum and shares personal stories connecting three generations to this religious site. His presence creates a direct link to the living history of the place.
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