Arba'a Rukun Mosque, Medieval mosque in Shangani district, Mogadishu, Somalia
The Arba'a Rukun Mosque contains a mihrab with detailed inscriptions that honor its founder Khusra ibn Mubarak al-Shirazi, showcasing early Islamic architectural elements.
Built in 1260 CE during a period of Islamic expansion in East Africa, this religious structure stands as one of the oldest mosques in the Mogadishu capital.
The mosque represents the integration of Islamic architectural traditions in East Africa through its design elements and continues to serve as a gathering place for worship.
Located at coordinates 2.0351°N and 45.3425°E, the mosque maintains regular prayer schedules and welcomes visitors interested in historical Islamic architecture.
The mosque shares its construction period with the Fakr ad-Din Mosque, forming part of a remarkable pair of 13th-century Islamic structures in Mogadishu.
Location: Mogadishu
Inception: 1260
GPS coordinates: 2.03510,45.34250
Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:39
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