Al-Aqsa Mosque, Mosque in Jerusalem
Al Aqsa Mosque is a significant Islamic religious site located in the Old City of Jerusalem.
With roots reaching back to 705 CE, Al Aqsa Mosque is one of the oldest in the world.
Apart from its religious significance, it stands as a symbol of Palestinian national identity.
It forms an integral part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as 'Jerusalem: the Old City and its Walls'.
Al Aqsa, meaning 'The Farthest Mosque', is considered the third holiest site in Islam.
Location: State of Palestine
Official opening: 717
Architectural style: Islamic architecture
Capacity: 5000
Height: 37 m
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