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Chennai, India

Thousand Lights Mosque

One of the largest and most iconic mosques in South India, named for the thousands of oil lamps that once lit the interior, located in the heart of Chennai.

Friday, 31st July 2026 · Details last verified 31 July 2026

Quick Answer

Jummah (Friday prayer) at Thousand Lights Mosque in Chennai, India is held at 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM. The mosque is located at Anna Salai, Thousand Lights, Chennai 600006. Today's Chennai prayer times — Fajr through Isha — are shown below, updated daily by Global Prayer Times.

Chennai prayer times today

Begins = start of each prayer window for Chennai. Each mosque sets its own iqamah (congregation) — usually 10–30 minutes later.

🌅
Fajr
04:39
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Sunrise
05:55
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Dhuhr
12:16
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Asr
16:44
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Maghrib
18:37
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Isha
19:53

India official method · Updated Friday, 31st July 2026

Fajr

04:39

Sunrise

05:55

Dhuhr

12:16

Asr

16:44

Maghrib

18:37

Isha

19:53

About Thousand Lights Mosque

The Thousand Lights Mosque (Masjid-e-Azam) was built around 1810 and is one of the most recognisable buildings in Chennai. It is named for the thousands of oil lamps that illuminated its large prayer hall before electricity. The mosque's distinctive green dome dominates the skyline of central Chennai and serves as a spiritual landmark for Tamil Muslims.

Address
Anna Salai, Thousand Lights, Chennai 600006
Founded
1810
Jummah
1:00 PM, 2:00 PM
Capacity
5,000+ worshippers

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area

Frequently asked questions

Where is Thousand Lights Mosque located?
Thousand Lights Mosque is located at Anna Salai, Thousand Lights, Chennai 600006, Chennai, India.
What time is Jummah at Thousand Lights Mosque?
Jummah at Thousand Lights Mosque is typically at 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM. Confirm with the mosque before attending, especially on public holidays.
What are daily prayer times at Thousand Lights Mosque?
Daily prayer times at Thousand Lights Mosque follow the Chennai timetable on this page — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha calculated for India. Mosque iqamah times are usually 10–30 minutes after the begins time.
What is the history of Thousand Lights Mosque?
The Thousand Lights Mosque (Masjid-e-Azam) was built around 1810 and is one of the most recognisable buildings in Chennai. It is named for the thousands of oil lamps that illuminated its large prayer hall before electricity. The mosque's distinctive green dome dominates the skyline of central Chennai and serves as a spiritual landmark for Tamil Muslims.
Is there a women's prayer area at Thousand Lights Mosque?
Yes, Thousand Lights Mosque has a dedicated women's prayer area. Contact the mosque to confirm arrangements.
Is there parking at Thousand Lights Mosque?
Parking availability near Thousand Lights Mosque varies by location in Chennai. Check with the mosque directly or use local street parking / public transport where available.

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