The Thambaar is a traditional drum made from an animal skin membrane stretched over a piece of hollowed-out jackfruit wood. It holds a very sacred space in the mosque rituals of Kerala, especially in the Malabar region of North Kerala. The Thambaar is generally used during festivals, special prayers, and ritualistic announcements.
An aerial view of the Dargah of Shaikh Jifri shows the traditional tiled-roof structures nestled among coconut trees, reflecting Kerala’s regional style. The shrine, dedicated to the Hadhrami Sufi saint, continues to draw pilgrims who honour its legacy of spiritual healing and social reform.
The sitting hall at the Dargah of Shaikh Jifri reflects a simple yet historic ambience, where visitors gather in memory of the revered Sufi saint. Beyond being a shrine, it serves as a cultural and spiritual centre, continuing the saint’s legacy of hospitality and interfaith harmony in Malabar.
