Al-Saffahiyah Mosque

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Al-Saffahiyah Mosque, Mamluk mosque in central Aleppo, Syria.

The Al-Saffahiyah Mosque features intricate stone carvings, geometric patterns, and a large courtyard surrounded by detailed marble columns reaching toward the sky.

Built in 1425 during the Mamluk Sultanate period, this mosque represents an era when Islamic architecture incorporated educational spaces within religious structures.

The mosque maintains its role as a central gathering point where local residents participate in daily prayers and religious celebrations throughout the year.

Visitors need to remove shoes before entering the prayer hall and women must cover their heads with scarves available at the entrance.

The mosque incorporates muqarnas vaulting techniques in its design, displaying mathematical precision in three-dimensional honeycomb patterns across its ceilings.

Location: Aleppo

Inception: 1425

Architectural style: Mamluk architecture

GPS coordinates: 36.19694,37.16069

Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15

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