Wallajah Big Mosque
One of the oldest mosques in Chennai, built in 1795 by the Nawab of Arcot, with twin minarets that are a landmark of the historic Triplicane area.
📍 Triplicane High Rd, Triplicane, Chennai 600005
🏛️ Est. 1795
🕌 Jummah: 1:15 PM
✓ Women's prayer area
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History of Wallajah Big Mosque
The Wallajah Mosque, popularly known as the 'Big Mosque', was built in 1795 by Muhammad Ali Khan Wallajah, the Nawab of the Carnatic. Its two minarets rise 30 metres above the Triplicane area of Chennai and the mosque remains one of the most important for Chennai's Tamil Muslim community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wallajah Big Mosque located? ▾
Wallajah Big Mosque is located at Triplicane High Rd, Triplicane, Chennai 600005.
What time is Jummah prayer at Wallajah Big Mosque? ▾
Jummah (Friday) prayers at Wallajah Big Mosque are held at 1:15 PM. Times may change occasionally — it is recommended to confirm directly with the mosque.
What are the daily prayer times near Wallajah Big Mosque? ▾
Daily prayer times near Wallajah Big Mosque follow the Chennai schedule. You can see today's live Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha times in the panel above, which are calculated for Chennai, India.
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