H@R 74/365 Ujra Mosque Kavaratti, Lakshadweep

H@R 74/365

Ujra Mosque Kavaratti, Lakshadweep

Important pilgrim place built in the 17th century by Qasim Muhammad Sheikh. Local legends attribute the first settlement on these islands to the period of Cheraman Perumal, the last king of Kerala. The influence of the traditional architecture of Kerala is obvious in the traditional buildings in the islands. The islanders lived and built in harmony with nature; however, contemporary materials from the mainland are increasingly being used now, which are unrelated to the prevalent climatic and ecological conditions. Pressures of urbanisation as well as government-initiated schemes result in reduced use of traditional materials. Our aim should be proper, careful and planned use of the resources locally available, (also recommended by Centre of Science & Technology for Rural Development).