Al-Ajbal Mosque
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| Al-Ajbal Mosque | |
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مسجد الاجبال | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Al Amitahiyah district, Basra, Basra Governorate |
| Country | Iraq |
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| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | Modern Iraqi (1998) |
| Funded by | Khalil al-Aqrab (1998) |
| Completed |
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| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 150 worshippers |
| Length | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Width | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Dome | One |
| Minaret | One |
| Materials | Mud brick (1397) |
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The Al-Ajbal Mosque, also known as the Al-Aqrab Mosque or the Al-Saghir Mosque of Manawi Lajim, is a historic mosque located in the Al Amitahiyah district of Manawi Lajim neighbourhood near Abu al-Khaseeb in Basra, in the Basra Governorate of Iraq. It can accommodate at least 150 worshippers. The mosque dates from the late 14th century; and was extensively remodelled in 1998.[1]
History
[edit | edit source]The mosque was formerly a mud brick structure, built in the late fourteenth century. It was later rebuilt with clay brick and plaster. In 1998, a complete reconstruction of the mosque was funded by Khalil al-Aqrab, a philanthropic businessman. In 2001, maintenance works were funded by Sharqiyah Ahmad al-Naami, a philanthropist.[1]
Architecture
[edit | edit source]Remodelled in 1998 in a modern Iraqi style, the mosque can be entered through a wooden door. The prayer hall is 7 metres (23 ft) long and 15 metres (49 ft) wide. The roof is supported by four large pillars. Next to the qibla, there is a platform, supported by five curved concrete columns. Facing this platform is a large assembly area, which is 20 metres (66 ft) long and 82 metres (269 ft) wide.[1]
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