Mosques • Moratuwa

Moratuwa, a coastal city in Sri Lanka, is home to a significant Muslim community. Within a 50 km radius, there are 20 listed mosques and prayer places, primarily concentrated in Colombo and its suburbs. The mapped data shows a strong implantation of prayer places in Colombo city, with notable mosques such as Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque on 2nd Cross Street, Dawatagaha Jumma Masjid on Dr CWW Kannangara Mawatha, and Jawatte Jummah Masjid on Torrington Avenue. These mosques serve as key landmarks for worshippers in the region.

Beyond Colombo, prayer places are also established in surrounding areas like Wattala (AL-ASHRAFF Jummah Masjid Mabola), Kolonnawa (Kolonnawa Masjid), Battaramulla (Battaramulla Jumma Masjid), and Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (Jumma Masjid, Nawala). The addresses indicate that mosques are present in both urban and suburban settings, providing accessible options for Muslims living in or visiting these areas. For instance, the Kirulapone Jumma Masjid on Kirillapone Masjid Road and Muhiyadeen Jummah Masjid in Havelock Town are within 12 km of Moratuwa, offering convenient prayer facilities.

For residents and travellers in Moratuwa, the availability of multiple mosques across different sectors—from Colombo's central business district to residential neighbourhoods like Wellampitiya and Kotikawatta—ensures that prayer places are within reach. The listed mosques, including the Historic Colombo Grand Masjid and Husaini Masjid Complex, reflect a diverse Islamic heritage. While this data is based on mapped records, it provides a useful starting point for locating prayer spaces in and around Moratuwa.

Check the exact address and distance of each mosque before visiting, as some may be up to 45 km away. Contact information is not provided here; verify details directly with the mosque or local community. Use the listed names and addresses to plan your route, especially for Friday prayers or daily salah.