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- Destinations
- Africa
- South Africa
- Durban
- Juma Masjid Mosque
Juma Masjid Mosque
The grand Juma Masjid Mosque was the first mosque to be built in
KwaZulu-Natal, starting construction in 1881 and continuing with
renovations and improvements until 1943. One of the largest in the
Southern Hemisphere, its minarets dominate the central Indian
district of downtown Durban, and the muezzin that calls the
faithful to prayer from its tower can be heard from many parts of
the city. Around the mosque is a bustling neighbourhood with
takeaway curry restaurants that offer the distinctly Durban 'bunny
chow', a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry; the exotic
and busy Victoria Street Market; as well as many small shops
selling fabric, saris, jewellery, and more. The area is easily
accessible by bus or taxi, but visitors should be wary of
pickpockets and travel in groups.
Information & Facts
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Language
South Africa has 11 official languages, including
Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu and Sotho. English is widely
spoken.
Money
South Africa's currency is the Rand (ZAR), which is divided into
100 cents. Money can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and
the larger hotels. ATMs are widely available (there is a daily
limit for cash withdrawals) and major international credit cards
are widely accepted, except in petrol stations where cash is
required. Visitors should be vigilant when drawing cash from ATMs,
as con artists are known to operate there. Travellers cheques and
some foreign currencies are accepted at larger hotels and shops,
but commission is charged, otherwise all commercial banks will
exchange them.
Opening Times
Weekdays 9am to 4pm and Saturday mornings. Tours are
recommended
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