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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
Built in 1653 CE by Rustam, son of the Golconda courtier Astirabad Dhulfiqar, and regarded as the first Indo-Saracenic style mosque in Tamil Nadu. A Persian inscription dated 1653 CE inside the mosque records its founding. It is one of the key heritage monuments of historic Poonamallee.
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Specific rules not verified for this site. Mosques in Kerala usually welcome visitors outside the five daily prayer times. Dress modestly, cover the head if asked, and remove footwear before entering. Access for women varies from mosque to mosque. We have not verified this mosque's specific rules, so ask at the entrance.
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Typemosque
Nearest basePoonamallee
DistrictThiruvallur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Places to visit2→Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee is planned from Poonamallee, one of the travel bases in Thiruvallur district. Use Poonamallee for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Poonamallee or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
Weather in Big Mosque (Periya Palli), PoonamalleeSeasonal guide
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Today at Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
Sunrise5:58 am
Sunset6:21 pm
Golden hour best light5:21 pm–6:21 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:21 pm–6:46 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Tamil Nadu. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily; peak activity at the five daily prayer times
Best timeOctober to March
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
In Poonamallee town on the Chennai-Bangalore road; nearest railway Avadi (~10 km) on the Chennai suburban line; Chennai (MAA) airport ~15 km.
Getting around Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
If you need help at Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee
112All emergencies (police · fire · medical)The single number to call in any emergency (ERSS).100Police101Fire108Ambulance (emergency / EMS)1091Women’s helpline (distress)1098Child helpline1363Tourist helpline (India, 24×7, multilingual)
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Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily; peak activity at the five daily prayer times.
How do I reach Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Base yourself in Poonamallee or nearby in Thiruvallur, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
About an hour.
What else is near Big Mosque (Periya Palli), Poonamallee?
Nearby you can pair Varadaraja Perumal Temple, Poonamallee (170 m), Tiruverkadu Devi Karumariamman Temple (9.7 km), Vedapureeswarar Temple, Thiruverkadu (10.5 km), Masilamaneeswarar Temple, Thirumullaivoyal (14.6 km).
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