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Situated in the heart of Colombo’s bustling Cinnamon Gardens, the Dewatagaha Mosque is a religious and architectural icon that guarantees a serene atmosphere amidst the city’s vibrancy. It is over two centuries old and a testimonial to interfaith harmony and a holy site of worship and pilgrimage for both tourists and worshippers.

Dewatagaha Mosque is a significant element in Sri Lanka’s cultural and religious heritage, not only for its beauty but also due to its great historical significance. The mosque is the burial place of Seyedina as-Sheikh Usman Siddique Ibn Ahdurrahman, a Muslim saint whose life is connected to several miraculous events. Its Islamic-indigenous architectural synthesis of design elements like minarets, a central dome, and calligraphy makes it an attractive destination for architecture buffs. Its open-door policy of interfaith harmony in which Muslims and non-Muslims sit together, a policy adhered to by the mosque, can also be seen by the public. The mosque is particularly symbolic of the communal diversity of Colombo and a site for spiritual reflection and appreciation.