Jamia Mosque, Nairobi
Jamia Mosque
A silver-domed mosque completed in 1925, the most striking Islamic building in central Nairobi.
Located on Bank Street in the city centre, the mosque was built in 1925 by the Muslim community from the Indian subcontinent. Its Indo-Mughal style, with three silver domes and twin minarets, stands out in the commercial district, making it one of East Africa's most important mosques. Non-Muslims can generally visit and photograph the exterior. Entering the interior requires permission from the administrators and should avoid prayer times. Women should cover their hair and wear long sleeves and a long skirt or dress. The surrounding area is a bustling city market district.
Opening hours
Exterior all day; entry requires permission and avoiding worship times
Nearby sights
- Nairobi City Market
- Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Family
- Nairobi Gallery
- Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC)
- August 7th Memorial Park
- Nairobi Railway Museum
- Nairobi National Museum
- Nairobi Arboretum