The mosque is dedicated to Vavar, a companion of Lord Ayyappa, who is a revered deity in the region and the main deity of the Sabarimala temple.
According to legend, Vavar was a Muslim warrior who was a close friend of Lord Ayyappa. Vavar is believed to have helped Lord Ayyappa defeat the demoness Mahishi, and as a result, he is revered by both Muslims and Hindus in the region.
The Vavar Juma Masjid is located near the Sabarimala temple and is an important pilgrimage site for both Muslims and Hindus. The mosque is a simple structure with a white dome and a minaret and is surrounded by lush green forests and hills.
There is a shrine dedicated to Vavar in Sabarimala next to the main temple. As per Islamic teachings there is no idol, but just a carved stone slab symbolises the deity of Vavar. A green coloured silk cloth is hung across one of the three walls. The fourth side is open. An old sword is also kept near the wall. The main offering to Vavar is black pepper. A Muslim priest still performs the rituals today as he was a Muslim.
During the pilgrimage season, thousands of devotees visit the Vavar Shrine to pay their respects to Vavar and seek his blessings.
Address: 7Q7W+47H, Valanchuzhy Temple Rd, Valanchuzhy, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 689645
