The Juma Mosque of Durban[3] (Arabic: جُـمُـعَـة مَـسْـجِـد, romanized: Jumu‘ah Masjid, lit.

In 1889 Hajee Mahomed Dada, in his capacity as the only surviving trustee of the mosque purchased more adjoining land due to the swift rise in the number of worshipers.

[6][5] The building is a unique blend of Islamic decorations and strong Union period vernacular style.

The mosque is actually a series of interlinking buildings, arcades and corridors, in which commerce, religion and community exist in equilibrium.

It's gilt-domed minarets protrude above the bustling commercial area, but inside the marbled worship hall is peaceful and boasts a simple elegance.