Mohidden Mosque, Lakshadweep

The Mohidden Mosque, also known as the Ujra Mosque, is a mosque located on Kavaratti Island in Lakshadweep, a territory of India. A well in the precinct of the mosque contains water with reportedly curative powers.

Overview

The Mohidden Mosque lies to the northwest of the island. The 17th century structure has an ornate ceiling, said to have been carved out of a single of driftwood. The mosque's pillars are also intricately carved. According to a local legend, inspiration for the intricate driftwood carvings was drawn from the leaf of a plant. When the carver thought of recreating it in his house, a piece of wood hit his eyes and he lost his sight.

Sheikh Mohammad Kasim's grave is located in the mosque and is revered by the islanders.