Great_Mosque_of_Constantine

Great Mosque of Constantine

Great Mosque of Constantine

Mosque in Constantine City, Constantine Province, Algeria

The Great Mosque of Constantine (Arabic: مسجد الجامع الكبير قسنطينة), or Djamâa El Kebir is a mosque located in Constantine, Algeria.[2]

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History

The Great Mosque of Constantine is a historical mosque located in the city centre of Constantine in Larbi Ben M'hidi Street. The construction of the mosque dates back to 1135 AD, during the rule of the Hammadid dynasty, The mosque has submitted many changes, expansions and renovations during its long history. Including during the Ottoman era in 1766, and during the French occupation of Algeria.[3]

  • Inside the Great Mosque of Constantine
  • Prayer Hall & Mihrab (niche)
  • Southern entrance and The Minaret

See also

References

  1. [1]
    Abdulaziz Saoud Awaid (10 September 2013). "Great Mosque of Constantine". aathaar.net. Constantine, Algeria: Aathaar. Retrieved 15 December 2021.
  2. [2]
    Davies, Ethel. North Africa: The Roman Coast. p. 215.
  3. [3]
    Abdulmnam Samakie (8 May 2017). "Great Mosque of Constantine". archiqoo.com. Constantine, Algeria: Archiqoo. Retrieved 15 December 2021.
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