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Great Mosque of Ramla

Coordinates: 31°55′30.07″N 34°52′30.23″E / 31.9250194°N 34.8750639°E / 31.9250194; 34.8750639
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Great Mosque of Ramla
המסגד הגדול ברמלה
Religion
AffiliationIslam
Branch/traditionSunni
Location
LocationRamla, Central, Israel
Great Mosque of Ramla is located in Israel
Great Mosque of Ramla
Shown within Israel
Geographic coordinates31°55′30.07″N 34°52′30.23″E / 31.9250194°N 34.8750639°E / 31.9250194; 34.8750639
Architecture
Completed12th century

The Great Mosque of Ramla (Hebrew: המסגד הגדול ברמלה) is a mosque in Ramla, Central District, Israel.

History

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The mosque was originally constructed as a church in 12th century. During the Mamluk Sultanate rule, the church was transformed into a mosque in 1266. A mihrab and minaret were added to the structure.[1]

Architecture

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The mosque consists of three parallel halls, a nave and two transepts.[1]

Transportation

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The mosque is accessible within walking distance south of Ramla Station of Israel Railways.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "The Great Mosque of Ramla". Ramla Tourism Website. Retrieved 19 October 2023.