Ketchimalai Mosque

    Ketchimalai mosque is one of the oldest mosques in the country. It is located in Beruwala, on the south coast of  Sri lanka. 

    Accordidng to the local folklore the mosque was built on the site where the first muslim Arab traders landed and later settled. The ancient mosque in the Ketchimalai hills has been around for over stood for almost 800 years and stands majestically as appropriated backdrop of the sea.

    During that era the island was referred to as Serendib, and was a popular trading hub, the Maritime Provinces being the venues for vibrant trade. 

    The mosque is believed to have been built over a thousand years ago. In fact, it is believed that the first Muslims from Arabia settled in Beruwela and built the Ketchimala Mosque in 1024 AD. This mosque belongs to the ancient Arabic architecture. It grows tall and white on a rock surrounded by coconut trees. The church is completely white except for the green doors.

You can get more idea from the below links.

http://archives.sundayobserver.lk/2015/07/12/jun06.asp

http://www.sundayobserver.lk/2018/10/14/culture/ketchchimalai-ancient-mosque-rising-above-ocean