History Archives - Sri Lanka Muslims

Mannar Puliyantivu Arabic Inscription Stone (9-10th Century)

“Puliyantin Island (Manner) tomb-stone. An inscriptions of a Muslim who died in the Hijra year 300 (900AD).” [Description Source: Colombo

by I L M Abdul Azeez, Editor of the “Muslim Guardian” Originally published under the auspices of the Moors’ Union,

Following is a historic letter about Sri Lanka Muslims written and read by Sir Alexander Johnston to the Royal Asiatic

An ancient Arabic inscription (Sellipi) has been found in the “Bhagava Lena” in Adam’s Peak Mountain. This inscription is located

1. Facsmile of Cufic Inscription & Translation (1827) 2. Description about Cufic Inscription by Sir Alexander Johnston (1827) 3. Translation

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

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

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

Here are details and photos of ancient Muslim stone inscriptions found in Sri Lanka. Two of them are over 1,100-years-old.

One of the oldest physical evidence discovered to-date of Muslims in Colombo (and Sri Lanka), is this ancient gravestone from