Hukuru
Miskiiy in Maldives is the oldest mosque of the country that was
established in the year 1956. This old Friday mosque was set up
during the reign of Sultan Ibrahim Iskandhar I. Hukuru Miskiiy is
known for its fine lacquer work and intricate woodcarvings. Built with coral stones, the interior and exterior walls of the mosque are beautifully carved with Arabic writings and other ornamental designs. Different kinds of woods are used in the making of the doors, window frames and roof of Hukuru Miskiiy. If you visit the place, you can also find the various ancient tombstones erected in its compound.