Alansar Mosque, Islamic prayer site in central Sanaa, Yemen
Located at coordinates 15°20′21″N 44°12′29″E, Alansar Mosque stands near the Sanaa Fish Market and serves as a central gathering point for religious practices.
The mosque forms part of the Old City of Sanaa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that displays traditional Yemeni construction methods using rammed earth and mud brick.
Following Sunni Islamic traditions, Alansar Mosque maintains daily prayer schedules and functions as an educational center for religious and secular subjects.
The mosque requires visitors to follow specific dress codes, remove shoes before entering, and maintain silence during prayer times throughout the day.
The structure incorporates traditional Yemeni architectural elements, featuring geometric patterns that reflect local construction techniques dating back several centuries.
Location: Sanaa
GPS coordinates: 15.33917,44.20806
Latest update: April 6, 2025 13:05
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