Sheik Karimal Makdum Mosque
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| Sheik Karimal Makdum Mosque | |
|---|---|
| Basic information | |
| Location |  Tawi-Tawi, Philippines |
| Geographic coordinates | 4°54′0″N 119°51′0″E / 4.9°N 119.85°E |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Architectural description | |
| Architectural type | Mosque |
| Completed | 1380 |
| Specifications | |
The Sheik Karimal Makdum Mosque was the first mosque established in the Philippines by the Arab trader Makhdum Karim in 1380.
The original mosque is located inside the new building. The burial ground of Sheik Al Makdum is located beside the mosque.
[edit] References
- ^ MINDANAW: Oldest mosque needs repair
[edit] External links
- Sulu, North Borneo Sultan Hails Senate Bill Declaring RP’s Oldest Mosque As National Shrine, Zamboanga Journal on November 28, 2006
- flickr.com: Oldest Mosque in the Philippines
