Al Husseini Mosque, Ottoman-style mosque in downtown Amman, Jordan
Al Husseini Mosque is a mosque located in old Amman featuring two tall minarets, a large central courtyard with a fountain, and detailed Islamic calligraphy on its walls. The building includes separate prayer spaces for women and houses a library containing religious texts and resources.
The structure was built in 1924 on a site with deep religious roots, where a place of worship had existed in earlier times. This location had served as a religious center across different periods of history.
The mosque serves as a central gathering place where the community comes together for daily worship and religious instruction. It hosts ongoing lectures where visitors can observe scholars teaching people about Islamic traditions and scripture.
The mosque is positioned at a central location in old Amman where main streets intersect, making it easy to reach on foot. Visitors should expect crowds during prayer times and should wear modest clothing that covers the body appropriately.
The walls are clad in pink marble, giving the mosque an unusual appearance that sets it apart from other mosques in the region. This material was deliberately chosen to withstand Amman's cold winter conditions.
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