Photo: Kudafaree’s new mosque

Prominent businessman and Member of Parliament for the Meedhoo constituency, Ahmed Siyam, inspects the mosque he built in his home island of Kudafari in memory of his father, following its official opening yesterday. -- Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

Geometric patterns carved into the walls and pillars of the mosque. -- Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

To showcase Maldivian heritage, this mosque features a traditional well and a *daani* (bucket), allowing worshippers to perform ablution by drawing water manually. --- Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

Geometric patterns carved into the walls and pillars of the mosque— Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

The new mosque in Kudafari and its exterior minaret. -- Photo: Ministry of Islamic Affairs

The Islamic Ministry and renowned architect Mauroof Jameel have praised the geometric designs carved into the mosque's walls and pillars. -- Photo: Islamic Ministry

The stonework and woodwork of this mosque symbolize the craftsmanship and artistry of the Maldivian people, similar to the work seen in mosques like the Malé Friday Mosque (Hukuru Miskiy). -- Photo: Islamic Ministry

The chandelier hanging in the mosque. -- Photo: Islamic Ministry

People preparing for Maghrib prayer yesterday at the exceptionally beautiful mosque built by Siyam. -- Photo: Islamic Ministry

The geometric designs carved into the walls and pillars of the mosque showcase the rich cultural identity and artistry of the Maldivian people. -- Photo: Islamic Ministry