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Oct 4, 2022 · Dominating Jerusalem's skyline, the al-Aqsa mosque is the jewel in the crown of the historic Old City. Holding a rich history for Muslims, Jews, and Christians alike, its beauty is both physical ...
Aug 9, 2021 · In the news, the al-Aqsa mosque compound is a fuse for conflict between Israel and Palestinians. But in daily life of Muslims, it's a park, holy site and, yes, a symbol of resistance.
Al-Aqsa Mosque. Map: 31°46'34.21"N, 35°14'8.99"E. Jerusalem. Al-Aqsa Mosque (© Israel Ministry of Tourism) The Al-Aqsa Mosque, originally constructed about 20 years after the nearby Dome of the Rock, is Jerusalem’s biggest mosque. Its spacious interior, divided by columns into seven aisles, allows room for more than 4000 Muslims to ...
Oct 8, 2023 · How the Al-Aqsa Mosque became a flashpoint in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks to Mideast expert Yousef Munayyer about the history behind the recent attacks by Hamas ...
Apr 12, 2023 · The Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock are two distinct structures located in the same compound, known as the Haram al-Sharif or Temple Mount, in Jerusalem. The Al-Aqsa Mosque is one of the holiest sites in Islam and is considered the third holiest site after Mecca and Medina.
Apr 6, 2023 · Al-Aqsa is the name given to the whole compound and is home to two Muslim holy places: the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque, also known as the Qibli Mosque, which was built in the 8th ...
