Large Mosque in Beersheba

The Large Mosque features a tall minaret, spacious prayer hall, and detailed ornamental elements highlighting traditional Islamic architecture in southern Israel.

The Ottoman authorities established the mosque in 1906, which later served as a detention center, court, and archaeological museum between 1948 and 1992.

The structure forms part of the Negev Museum of Art complex, representing the Islamic heritage and architectural traditions of early 20th century Beersheba.

Located in central Beersheba, the mosque building now functions as the Museum of Islamic Culture since December 2014, following extensive renovations.

The High Court of Justice ruled in 2011 that the building would not return to its original function as a prayer space nor serve as an archaeological museum.

Location: Beersheba

Part of: The Negev Museum of Art

GPS coordinates: 31.24156,34.78828

Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:53