Al-Bakiriyya Mosque, Ottoman mosque in Old Sana'a, Yemen
The mosque features a large central dome atop the prayer hall, surrounded by smaller domed extensions and a prominent minaret in Ottoman architectural style.
The Ottoman governor of Yemen, Hasan Pasha, commissioned the construction of Al-Bakiriyya Mosque in 1597, marking Ottoman influence in the region.
The mosque incorporates materials from Istanbul, including the minbar and mihrab, demonstrating the direct connection between Yemen and the Ottoman Empire's cultural center.
Located at coordinates 15°21′11″N 44°12′54″E in Old Sana'a, the mosque maintains its function as an active place of worship for the local community.
The mosque structure consists of two main sections: an exposed sanctuary with a courtyard and a covered prayer hall beneath the distinctive Ottoman dome.
Location: Sanaa
Inception: 1597
Architectural style: Islamic architecture
Part of: Old Sana'a
GPS coordinates: 15.35306,44.21500
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:31
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