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An-Naqah Mosque
An-Naqah Mosque
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An-Naqah Mosque
An-Naqah Mosque is a historical mosque located in the city of Tripoli in Libya. According to legends, the mosque is considered the oldest mosque in Libya, as its original construction dates back to the 10th or 11th century AD. As for the current form of the mosque, it dates back to 1610, when the mosque was restored and rebuilt during the Ottoman rule.
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Country: Libya
District: Tripoli District
Category: Mosques and Islamic Buildings
Site History: 10th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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Elevation: 4 m
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