Cheraman Juma Masjid
- The renovation work of Cheraman Juma Masjid, the oldest mosque in the Indian subcontinent, is in the final stages.
- Located in Thrissur District, Kerala, it was built by Malik Deenar, on the orders of the successor of Cheraman Perumal, the Chera King of modern-day Kerala.
- The mosque was constructed in Kerala style with hanging lamps.
- The mosque was completely destroyed by the Portuguese in 1504 when Lopo Soares de Albergaria attacked the port of Kodungallur.
- To bring back the heritage structure, the Muziris Heritage Project took up the task of renovating the Cheraman Juma ....
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