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Muslims in Portuguese Sri Lanka (1505-1658) – Wars, Expulsions & Survival

April 10, 2017April 17, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 0 Comments

The Portuguese period in Sri Lanka is arguably the darkest period in the history of Muslims in this country. In

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Colombo Muslims History (900-1900 AD)

March 31, 2017April 20, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 4 Comments

Colombo, with its natural harbour and cinnamon exports was known to ancient sailers for over 2,000 years. For much of

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Oldest Mosques in Sri Lanka

March 30, 2017April 11, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 1 Comment

Here are some fascinating details and photos of the oldest mosques in Sri Lanka. We compiled this article from available

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The Travels of Ibn Batuta in Sri Lanka (1344 AD)

March 16, 2017April 24, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 0 Comments

The travels of Ibn Batuta in Sri Lanka is a very famous historical record about ancient Sri Lanka. Ibn Battuta was a

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15 Beautiful Mosques of Sri Lanka

March 9, 2017March 13, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 2 Comments

Here are some of the best examples of Muslim architecture in Sri Lanka. Architecturally brilliant and historically important, these stunning

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M.J.M. Lafir – World Billiards Champion 1973

March 8, 2017March 23, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 0 Comments

The unique success of Muhammad Junaid Muhammad Lafir in winning the World Amateur Billiards Championship in Bombay, in November-December 1973,

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Muslim Cap Styles

February 22, 2017March 24, 2017 Sri Lanka Muslims 0 Comments

The historical and current Muslim caps and hats on display below is an attempt at progress to document the history

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