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General Information

Beginning of works: 1982
Completion: 1989
Status: in use

Project Type

Structure: Dome
Function / usage: Mosque
Material: Reinforced concrete structure
Architectural style: Islamic

Location

Location: ,
Coordinates: 31° 57' 40.29" N    35° 54' 46.38" E
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Technical Information

Dimensions

site area 18 000 m²

Materials

dome reinforced concrete

Excerpt from Wikipedia

The King Abdullah I Mosque 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.

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.

Text imported from Wikipedia article "King Abdullah I Mosque" and modified on 23 July 2019 under the CC-BY-SA 3.0 license.

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  • About this
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  • Structure-ID
    20032598
  • Published on:
    26/10/2007
  • Last updated on:
    25/03/2018
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