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Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock
Al-Aqsa Mosque is located in the Old City of Jerusalem. It was built 40 years after the Kaaba was built, and it was given this name because of its distance from the Grand Mosque. Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome are considered one of the most sacred religious places. Al-Aqsa Mosque was mentioned in the Holy Qur’an, specifically in Surat Al-Isra.
The Ibrahimi Mosque
This mosque is located in the city of Hebron, and it was given this name because it contains the tomb of our master Abraham, peace be upon him. The Ibrahimi Mosque is surrounded by an old wall that was built about 2000 years ago.
Old Al-Aqsa Mosque
It is located below the current Al-Aqsa Mosque. It was established by Caliph Omar bin Al-Khattab after the conquest of the city of Jerusalem in the year 15 AH. It was built from wooden beams placed directly on the walls without arches. It is said that this mosque could accommodate three thousand worshippers. Then the current Al-Aqsa Mosque was built above it during the Umayyad era. In the succession of Abdul Malik bin Marwan and his son Al-Waleed bin Abdul Malik.
Marwani prayer hall
Al-Marwani Mosque is located at the bottom of the southeastern side of Al-Aqsa Mosque. In ancient times, it was called the eastern settlement of Al-Aqsa Mosque in reference to the architectural settlement that the Umayyads built in that location so that they could build Al-Aqsa Mosque on a flat ground and solid foundations. They built these stone corridors based on strong stone supports, which formed these huge sectors that we see today, as proven by archaeologists.
Wailing Wall
It is considered one of the holy Islamic places and part of the parts of the Noble Sanctuary. It is the wall that surrounds the Noble Sanctuary from the western side. It is 156 feet long and 56 feet high. It is built of huge ancient stones, some of which are 16 feet long. Muslims called it Al-Buraq because they believe it is the place where he was tied. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) shining on the Night of the Night Journey.
Hisham’s Palace
Hisham’s Palace is located in the city of Jericho, and was given this name because the Umayyad Caliph Hisham Abd al-Malik was the one who built it. In general, the meanings of innovative engineering are evident in every part of this palace. It is decorated with mosaics and striking decorations, and it also includes mosques and halls filled with ancient columns.
Hassan Bey Mosque
The mosque was named after the Ottoman ruler who ruled Jaffa during the Ottoman rule. Hassan Bey Mosque is located near the sea in the city of Jaffa, and contains a dome and one minaret.
Alqiama church
This church is located in the city of Jerusalem, and it is one of the most important churches in the world. Christians believe that it contains the tomb of our Lord Jesus, peace be upon him, and that he was crucified above it, contrary to what Islam stated.
Church of the Annunciation
The Church of the Annunciation or the Basilica of the Annunciation was built in the year 427 AD, and was given this name because our Lord Gabriel, peace be upon him, announced to the Virgin Mary the birth of Jesus, peace be upon him, in it. This church is located in Nazareth.
Church of the Nativity
The Church of the Nativity was given this name because it is the birthplace of our Lord Jesus, peace be upon him. It was included by UNESCO in the list of World Heritage Sites, and is located in Bethlehem.
The shrine of the Prophet David
The Shrine of the Prophet David is one of the Islamic places that Muslims visit in the Holy City, and the Shrine includes the shrine of the Prophet David.
Islamic Quarter
It is located in the northeastern side and is considered the largest neighborhood in Old Jerusalem. Within it is the Holy Mosque.
