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Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
The grand Friday mosque of Kayalpatnam is one of the oldest mosques in India, traditionally dated to 842 CE and rebuilt in the 14th century by Sultan Sayyid Jamaluddin. Known as the 'Mosque of a Thousand Pillars' for its vast pillared prayer hall, it is the principal Islamic monument of this historic Arab-trading port town on the Bay of Bengal. It remains an active centre of worship and Islamic scholarship.
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Before you go to Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
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 baseKayalpatnam
DistrictThoothukudi
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier…
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam is planned from Kayalpatnam, one of the travel bases in Thoothukudi district. Use Kayalpatnam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Kayalpatnam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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 Khutba Periya Palli, KayalpatnamSeasonal guide
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Today at Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
Sunrise6:09 am
Sunset6:26 pm
Golden hour best light5:26 pm–6:26 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:26 pm–6:51 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.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
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Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily around the five daily prayer times
Best timeNovember to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
In Kayalpatnam town, ~20 km southeast of Thoothukudi; nearest railway Tiruchendur (~18 km) or Thoothukudi (~20 km); nearest airport Tuticorin TCR (~25 km)
Getting around Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
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 Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam
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Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily around the five daily prayer times.
How do I reach Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Base yourself in Kayalpatnam or nearby in Thoothukudi, 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 Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
About an hour.
What else is near Khutba Periya Palli, Kayalpatnam?
Nearby you can pair Kayalpatnam Historic Port Town and Mosques (1.2 km), Ayyanarsunai (7.3 km), Punnaikayal (7.4 km), Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur (8.0 km).
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