Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque, Sunni mosque in downtown Beirut, Lebanon
The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque is a place of worship in central Beirut that covers more than nine thousand square meters with several domes and four slender towers. The architecture follows an Ottoman style using light stone from the region, while inside the main prayer hall is lit by a large chandelier.
Construction began in 2002 and continued until 2007, financed by the late Prime Minister Rafik Hariri. The project rose in a district previously marked by war damage and later rebuilt as part of broader reconstruction efforts.
The building carries the name of the Prophet and opened in 2008 after a ceremony attended by dignitaries from across the region. Since that time, worshippers from throughout the city use the space for daily prayers and community gatherings.
Entry is possible outside prayer times, and visitors should wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees. Staff provide head coverings and robes if someone needs to adjust their outfit.
The building stands right next to the Maronite Saint George Cathedral at Martyrs Square and forms a visible sign of religious diversity in the city center. Both houses of worship share a public square that many visitors see as a meeting point between different faiths.
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