Nizwá, Oman

Al-Shawadhna Mosque

The Al-Shawadhna Mosque or Al-Shawadhina Mosque, also popularly known as the Masjid al-Qiblatayn, is a historic mosque in Nizwa, Oman. It is reputed to be one of the oldest mosques in Oman. Architecturally, it is notable for its well-preserved mihrab covered with carved stucco decoration from the 16th century.

City
Nizwá
Country
Oman
Category
Religious
Suggested visit
About 45 minutes

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