Khamis Mosque
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Ratings | 4.6 |
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Address | 6G5X+WC6, Sh Salman Hwy, Tashan, Bahrain |
Hours | Closes soon ⋅ 2 PM ⋅ Opens 8 AM Sun |
Phone | +973 1729 8777 |
Materials | Rock |
Wood | |
Begin date | 7th century |
11th century | |
Length | Building: 22.79m. Entire site: 113m |
Function | Mosque |
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ID | 4029505 |
About Khamis Mosque
The Khamis Mosque is believed to be the first mosque in Bahrain, built during the era of the Umayyad caliph Umar II. According to Al Wasat journalist Kassim Hussain, other sources mention that it was built in a later era during the rule of Uyunids with one minaret.
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