Queen Arwa Mosque

Queen Arwa Mosque is a prayer house in Jibla with a central stone courtyard surrounded by four arched corridors. The complex contains several prayer areas and houses a royal mausoleum in one corner of the grounds.

The building started as a palace in 1056 and was converted into a prayer house about 30 years later. This change happened when the region's political center moved to Jibla.

The walls display calligraphic inscriptions and geometric patterns that give the space spiritual meaning. Visitors notice these details as they walk through the courtyard and prayer areas.

The site is accessible through two separate entrances that lead to different prayer areas. Visitors should review the layout beforehand to explore the various sections efficiently.

The eastern minaret rises from a square stone base with sixteen distinct ribs, showing the craftsmanship of medieval Yemen. This vertical structure remains a rare example of this building style in the region.

Location: Jibla

Inception: 1111

Architectural style: Islamic architecture

GPS coordinates: 13.92210,44.14590

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:48