Mosul, Iraq
Al-Nabi Jirjis Mosque
The Al-Nabi Jirjis Mosque is a mosque located in Mosul, Iraq. It is named after Saint George, known in Islamic tradition as Jirjis, who is believed by locals to be buried in the mausoleum attached to the mosque. While the date of construction of the mausoleum is unknown, the mosque was built by Tamerlane in the 14th century.
- City
- Mosul
- Country
- Iraq
- Category
- Religious
- Suggested visit
- About 45 minutes
More places in Mosul
- Nineveh
- Al-Nabi Yunus Mosque
- Monastery of Saint Elijah
- Great Mosque of al-Nuri, Mosul
- Tarbiṣu
- Our Lady of the Hour Church
Background: Wikipedia