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Grey Street Mosque, is the largest in the Southern Hemisphere. The first mosque on this site was built in 1927. Its verandahs and gold dome overlook the bustling commerce of Grey Street.

Riverside Soofie Mosque and Mausoleum stands on the north bank of the Umgeni River and dates back to 1895.

Kenville Mosque has twin towers and intricate design drawing inspiration from mosques in Nairobi and India

St Anthony's Catholic Church and Presbytery is located in Centenary Road. It was built in 1936 to accommodate Durban's growing Indian Catholic population. Spanish influences are evident in its architecture and interior.

Manning Road Methodist Church is a landmark church of its kind. Its architecture was inspired by the early Mediaeval architecture of the Romanesque period.

The St. Emmanuel Cathedral, once set in the shaded tranquility of Cathedral street, now finds itself amidst the hubbub of the inner city. The exterior of red face brick is crowned with gothic spires.

St. John's Mission in Clernaville west of Durban was founded by the late Bishop Masango in the late '70s. He is believed to have died for three days and come back to life to fulfill his mission to heal the nation.

Umgeni Road Temple Complex provides for all forms of traditional Hinduism. It is one of the oldest and largest temples in South Africa dating back to 1883. Its architecture and central shrine are reminiscent of shrines found throughout South India.

Durban Hindu Temple located in Somtseu Road is the only remaining temple in the area. It was built in 1901 by the wealthier Hindi speaking community of Durban then resident in the Brickhill Road area. This temple served their communities and the small minorities of Hindis (Vaishnavites) then living in the Magazine and Railway barracks across the road.

Cato Manor Hindu Temple is on the corner of Booth Road. It was established after the floods of 1905 and 1917 had necessitated constant rebuilding of the original Gengaimman temple (which was devastated by severe flooding of the Umbilo River in 1903).

Hare Krishna Temple, an awe-inspiring edifice exuding architectural opulence in Chatsworth. Its architectural features, marble tiles, brass ornaments, crystal chandeliers, solid gold statuettes and enormous pictures of Hindu deities, make for a fascinating visit.

(These sites have been sourced from the Durban Experience web site)




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