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Red Mosque…the most beautiful place of worship in the heart of Colombo

🧱 Topic: “Red Mosque…The Most Beautiful Place of Faith in the Heart of Colombo” 📍 Location Jami Ul Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque), 2nd Cross Street, Pettah District, Colombo, Sri Lanka Nearby: Pettah Market, Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, Colombo Bell Tower Recommended Accommodations Near the Mosque: Hilton Colombo (Luxury, Close to Tourist Attractions) The Kingsbury Hotel (Sea and Old City Views) Ceylon City Hotel (Conveniently Located, Reasonably Priced) 📸 Recommended Photo Wide Angle of the Red and White Mosque with Striking Stripes Photo of Tourists Standing in Front of the Moorish-Style Arched Door The Mosque’s Interior Decorated with Arabic Motifs and Natural Light Colombo City View Room with Sri Lankan Breakfast 📝 Description: “Jami Ul Alfar Mosque…is a poem of faith written in red and white bricks. 🕌 Built in 1909 by local craftsmen, this mosque stands out for its Indo-Saracenic architecture. Combining Moorish style with alternating red and white motifs, this building has become one of Colombo's most photographed landmarks. Stroll through the nearby Pettah Market for a taste of local life, and relax at the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct, filled with cafes and design shops. Stay at the Hilton Colombo or The Kingsbury Hotel, offering panoramic views of the old city and the sea, along with warm service. Jami Ul Alfar is more than just a mosque…it's a symbol of beauty born from the harmony of faith and culture. 🏷️ Hashtags #JamiUlAlfarMosque #RedMosqueColombo #TravelSriLanka #RedMosque #ColomboLandmark #SusiissueTravels #StayNearOldCity #FaithInArt #FamilyCulturalEscape
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