Malik Deenar Mosque, Kasargode

Malik Deenar Mosque is a landmark monument which marks the establishment of the religion, Islam, in Kasargode. It is founded by Malik Ibin Deenar who is said to have brought Islam for the first time in India.

It is an important point of pilgrimage not only for Indian Muslims but also for the Muslims all over the world, especially the west coast. Every year, a grand festival is organized in the Mosque to commemorate the arrival of Malik Ibn Dinar. This festival is attended by devotees from all over India.

The architecture of the mosque is in typical traditional Kerala style and not Islamic in its design .It is well maintained, scenic and attractive. The mosque is a source of rich heritage and culture and thus is a must see for not only Muslims but also everyone interested in history, evolution, culture and architecture.