King Abdullah I Mosque Explained

King Abdullah I Mosque
Native Name:مسجد الملك عبد الله الأول
Native Name Lang:ar
Coordinates:31.9616°N 35.9131°W
Religious Affiliation:Islam
Location:Amman, Jordan
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Administration:Ministry of Endowments, Islamic Affairs and Holy Places
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Architecture Type:mosque
Year Completed:1989
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Capacity:10,000 worshippers
Site Area:18000m2
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The King Abdullah I Mosque (Arabic: مسجد الملك عبد الله الأول) in Amman, Jordan was built between 1982 and 1989. It is capped by a blue mosaic dome beneath which 3,000 Muslims may offer prayer.Tourists are allowed to visit. Men must have long trousers on and women must cover their heads, arms and legs. A hooded gown is provided free of charge for this purpose.

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