About 5 km from Granbell Hotel, in the heart of the bustling Pettah area in Colombo, you will find the striking Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque—more popularly known as the Red Mosque.
Built in 1908, it features bold red-and-white stripes and a unique Indo-Saracenic design, making it one of the city’s most photographed landmarks.
It is a beautiful symbol of Colombo’s rich cultural mix and a favourite photo stop for many of our guests.
Key Highlights:
The mosque is an active place of worship, but visitors are also welcome.
Visitors are required to cover their arms and legs, and women are expected to cover their hair as well.
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