Basrah Great Mosque, Religious complex in central district of Basra, Iraq.
The stone structure features traditional Islamic architecture with a minaret rising above the main prayer hall and surrounding courtyards.
Established in 635 CE under Caliph Umar, the original mosque faced destruction from fire and floods before multiple reconstructions throughout Islamic history.
The mosque served as the first madrasa for Islamic studies, where scholars gathered to study fiqh, hadith, and philosophy under notable teachers.
Regular Quran reading competitions and Islamic lectures take place at the mosque, particularly during the month of Ramadan.
The mosque holds deep connections to early Islamic events, including the presence of prominent figures Ali and Aisha following the Battle of the Camel.
Location: Basra
GPS coordinates: 30.50070,47.81640
Latest update: April 18, 2025 15:35
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