Ibn Marwan Mosque, 14th-century mosque in Al-Tuffah, Gaza City, Palestine.
The Ibn Marwan Mosque is a medieval religious building in Al-Tuffah, Gaza City, built in the Mamluk architectural style. The structure displays carved stonework and decorative elements typical of Islamic places of worship from this period and region.
The building was constructed in 1324 during the Burji Mamluk period and houses the tomb of Sheikh Ali ibn Marwan. This scholar had traveled from Morocco to Gaza and left behind an important legacy in the city.
The mosque serves the local community as a place of prayer and gathering for religious observances in the Al-Tuffah neighborhood. People come here daily for prayer and to connect with others in their community.
The building is located within a cemetery and is accessible to visitors interested in viewing the structure. It is advisable to check local conditions before visiting and wear respectful clothing appropriate for a religious site.
The tombstones surrounding the building bear Arabic inscriptions that reveal how writing styles and decorative traditions evolved over centuries. These carved texts serve as a written record of change and allow visitors to trace the cultural development of the region.
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