Great Ajloun Mosque
| Great Ajloun Mosque مسجد عجلون الكبير | |
|---|---|
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Ajloun |
| Country | Jordan |
Interactive map of Great Ajloun Mosque مسجد عجلون الكبير | |
| Architecture | |
| Established | 1247 |
| Specifications | |
| Interior area | 600 m2 |
| Minaret height | 45 m |
The Great Ajloun Mosque (Arabic: مسجد عجلون الكبير) is one of the oldest and most prominent Islamic and historical landmarks in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Located in the center Ajloun, it is oldest operating mosque in Jordan after the Grand Husseini Mosque in Amman.[1][2]
History
- The mosque's construction was originally commissioned in 1247 AD (645 AH) by the Ayyubid ruler, As-Salih Ayyub.[3]
The structure underwent significant architectural additions during the Mamluk Sultanate. Most notably, in 1263 AD (661 AH), Baybars ordered the construction and addition of the mosque's distinctive minaret, which is situated in the northeastern corner.[4]
- The mosque was damaged by a Flood that struck the region in 1328 AD. The mosque was restored to preserve its integrity and historical significance.[5]
Architecture and dimensions
The architectural style of the Ajloun Great Mosque mainly reflects a blend of Islamic architecture from the Ayyubid and Mamluk eras[6]
The total area of the mosque is approximately 600 square meters. Its historic minaret reaches a height of 45 meters.[7]
Modern renovation
In 2014, the mosque underwent a comprehensive expansion, This renewal project was carried out by the order of King Abdullah II of Jordan to ensure the preservation of the historical building while expanding its capacity for worshippers.[8]
See also
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References
- ^ "GREAT AJLOUN MUSJID & AJLOUN CASTLE | Islamic Heritage". Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ Cherry-Tech. "مسجد عجلون الكبير - الأردن". المستودع الدعوي الرقمي. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ mortada, mohammed (2023-04-07). "Ajloun (Jordan) Explored: 4 Must-See landmarks and archaeological sites to Add to Your Bucket List". IbnBattutaTravel.com. Retrieved 2025-11-14.
- ^ "٩ مساجد تاريخية في الأردن". رؤيا الإخباري. Retrieved 2025-11-14.
- ^ https://www.researchgate.net/figure/General-view-of-Ajloun-with-the-situation-of-the-mosque-Ajloun-Jordan_fig1_275934995
- ^ "بالصلاة والقيام ووجبات الإفطار.. مسجد عجلون الأيوبي 775 عاما من العبادة". الجزيرة نت (in Arabic). Retrieved 2025-11-13.
- ^ ismaiel, shahd (2018-05-22). "المساجد الأردنية القديمة: مسجد عجلون الكبير". Jordan Heritage. Retrieved 2025-11-14.
- ^ الأردنية (بترا), وكالة الأنباء. "مسجد عجلون الكبير.. معلم ديني وتاريخي وحضاري". بترا -وكالة الأنباء الأردنية. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
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