King Abdullah I Mosque
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 magnificent blue mosaic dome beneath which 3,000 Muslims may offer prayer.
Interior.
King Abdullah I Mosque at night.
| King Abdullah I Mosque مسجد الملك عبد الله الأول | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ownership | Government of Jordan |
| Location | |
| Location | Amman - Jordan |
| Administration | Ministry of Endowments, Islamic Affairs and Holy Places |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | Islamic architecture |
| Completed | 1989 |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 10000 worshippers |
| Site area | 18,000 m2 (190,000 sq ft) |
| Website | |
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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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