The Grand Mosque in Aleppo
Great Mosque of Aleppo, Aleppo
Description:
The Great Mosque in Aleppo, or Umayyad Mosque, was built in 715. Here, according to legend, is the tomb of Father John the Baptist Zachary.
The Grand Mosque is the oldest and largest mosque in Aleppo.
Especially notable is the 45-meter minaret, which was restored during the time of Abul Hassan Muhammad in 1090. Unfortunately, during its history, the mosque was destroyed after a fire, which allowed Sultan Nur ed-Din Zengid to restore and somewhat expand its square in 1169.
The minaret is decorated with carved inscriptions and ornament. The courtyard is famous for the black and white stone pavement, which forms various geometric figures.