About Mohammad Al- Amin Mosque

Built across an area of approximately 11,000 square meters, Mohammad Al-Amin mosque is an Ottoman architecture marvel. It is also known as the blue mosque and is a Sunni mosque. A 48-meter high blue dome and 65-meter high minarets add glitter to its beauty and the high ceilings are richly decorated with “zakhrafat” or decorations. The floor is covered with a beautiful breathtaking Persian carpet. The stunning calligraphy, detailed artwork and the extremely beautiful stained-glass windows which add a majestic and colorful effect are the things to watch out for in the mosque. This structural marvel is harmoniously co-existing with an equally magnificent cathedral.

Must See

  • Standing side by side next to the Saint George Cathedral, the two icons underlies the harmonious way of life and beliefs.
  • The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque,' also popularly referred to as the Blue Mosque due to its blue dome has a unique evocative design of the Ottomans’ monumental architecture. This magnificent structure covers approximately 11,000 square meters, with a 48-meter-high spectacular blue dome, and 65-meter-high minarets.
  • Looks great on Friday nights when it is totally illuminated.
  • Amazing chandeliers hanging inside the mosque will leave you in awe.

How to reach

  • 59 min (4.5 km) via Damascus by walking.
  • 16 min (6.2 km) via Elias El Hrawi by taxi.
  • Bus fares cost either 500LL (OCFTC bus 24) or 1000LL ($0.33 to 0.67).
  • Car rental prices range from economical LL40,000/day to luxury prices. Those can change according to the season, so make sure you contact the car rental company beforehand to check prices as well as pickup/drop-off locations.
  • The Taxi Service system is that the price of the ride is fixed at 2,000 L.L (€1 For private taxi LL10,000 should you want one).

Tips

  • Women should wear one of the abayas provided at the entrance in a sign of respect.
  • The mosque is open all day long. They allow guests inside, except at the Friday midday service.
  • There are dress rules for visitors including shoes and modest respectful dressing.
  • If you are a non-Muslim and would like to learn more then the mosque staff also has small sit down sessions after prayers to explain the architecture and various aspects of a mosque in the Islamic society.

Visit Time

Open all day.

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 hour

 

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Weather

Mist 24.9°C

 

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