Al-Uwaysiyat Mosque
| Al-Uwaysiyat Mosque | |
|---|---|
جامع الأويسي | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Location | |
| Location | Tripoli, Lebanon |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | Mamluk |
| Completed | 1461 |
The Al-Uwaysiyat (Arabic: جامع الأويسي) is a mosque in Tripoli, Lebanon. It was built in 1461 during the Mamluks period.[1]
History[]
The mosque was built in 1461. It was renovated in 1534 during the Ottoman period.[1]
Architecture[]
This mosque is known for its large mid-dome and for its cylindrical Ottoman minaret. From the balcony of its minaret, a smaller cylindrical shape starts than ends with a conical head.
References[]
- ^ a b Salam-Liebich, Hayat. The Architecture of the Mamluk City of Tripoli. pp. 82–83.
Categories:
- Mamluk architecture in Lebanon
- Mosques in Tripoli, Lebanon
- Religious buildings and structures completed in 1461
- Lebanese mosque stubs