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Mosque of the Companions
Mosque of the Companions
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Mosque of the Companions
Mosque of the Companions is a historic mosque located in the city of Massawa, Eritrea. It was built in the 7th century AD by Sahabah (companions of the Prophet Muhammad) who came here during their migration to Abyssinia. The mosque is believed to be the first mosque on the African continent.
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Country: Eritrea
District: Northern Red Sea Region
Category: Mosques and Islamic Buildings
Site History: 7th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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