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The Buratha Mosque features two minarets constructed in 1955, a grand prayer hall, an extensive courtyard, and a water well known as Ali's Well.

Originally built as a Christian monastery, the site was converted into a mosque after Imam Ali's dialogue with the monastery's head monk in the 7th century.

The mosque serves as a center for Shia religious activities, hosting Friday prayers, theological discussions, and congregational gatherings for thousands of worshippers.

Located 10 kilometers from central Baghdad on the road to Kadhimiya, the mosque includes a library, prayer spaces, and educational facilities.

The name Buratha derives from Syriac language, meaning either 'son of wonders' or referring to the red soft soil of the area.

Location: Baghdad

GPS coordinates: 33.35094,44.36103

Latest update: March 17, 2025 05:55