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The Al-Ajbal Mosque, also known as the Al-Aqrab Mosque or Al-Saghir Mosque of Manawi Lajim^[1] is a historic mosque located in the Al Amitahiyah district of Manawi Lajim neighbourhood near Abu al-Khaseeb in Basra, Iraq.^[1] It can accommodate at least 150 worshippers. The mosque dates back to the late 14th century, but the present structure is modern.^[1]

History

The mosque was formerly a mud brick structure, built in the late fourteenth century. It was later rebuilt with clay brick and plaster.^[1] In 1998, a complete reconstruction of the mosque was funded by the wealthy businessman Khalil al-Aqrab.^[1] The mosque was then reconstructed into its present form as it is today.^[1] Maintenance works were funded by a philanthropist, Sharqiyah Ahmad al-Naami, in 2001.^[1]

Architecture

The mosque's architecture is modern. It can be entered through a wooden door.^[1] The prayer hall is 7 metres long and 15 metres wide. The roof is supported by four large pillars. Next to the qibla, there is a platform, supported by five curved concrete columns.^[1] Facing this platform is a large assembly area, which is 20 metres long and 82 meters wide.^[1]

See also

List of mosques in Iraq

References

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