Shah Abbas Mosque
Shah Abbas Mosque
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Samir
Baku, Azerbaijan6 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Standing tall and proud in the heart of Ganja, Azerbaijan, the Shah Abbas Mosque is not just a religious landmark, but a captivating portal to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. Built in 1606, this majestic edifice, also known as the Juma Mosque, has witnessed centuries of prayers, celebrations, and transformations, weaving itself into the very fabric of Ganja's soul.
Look closely at the minarets and you'll notice they're not identical. One, slightly shorter than the other, bears the scars of a 1735 earthquake, a stark reminder of the mosque's resilience.
Look closely at the minarets and you'll notice they're not identical. One, slightly shorter than the other, bears the scars of a 1735 earthquake, a stark reminder of the mosque's resilience.
Written 23 December 2023
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Moskvichka12
Moscow, Russia616 contributions
Jun 2024 • Solo
Lovely mosque with shebeke windows which are definitely worth stopping for. I didn't go inside as I wasn't sure about the rules and there was noone else there, but I peeked in the doors. It's set in a nice square with shade on one side and a fountain on the other.
Written 25 June 2024
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Elba(نور)
Baku, Azerbaijan95 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
It was constructed by the legendary architect & scholar Sheikh Bahai after the liberation of the city from turks
Written 19 March 2020
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Afgan7
Ganja6 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
It is an ordinary mosque with all its decorations from 1600s. Located at the center of the town nearby to Javadkhan street and City Hall. From here you can visit Bottle house and City Museum which are a few minutes away.
Written 13 August 2015
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MFD
United Kingdom2,889 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Located in the city centre next to the main Ganja government building and Ganja mall. The 16th century mosque which was built during the Safavid dynasty is a functioning mosque, therefore visitors may have to be appropriately dressed and visit during non prayer timing.
Written 3 May 2018
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Departure811861
Germany1,055 contributions
Sept 2018 • Solo
If you think that Shah Abbas Mosque looks quite small, you will be surprised how many men stream out of it after a Friday‘s prayers. I could watch that one evening. Of course it had not been possible for non-Muslims to enter the mosque while the believers were praying. Everybody had to wait outside so that I could have a closer look at everything.
The Mosque lies in Ganja city hall square. In the daytime a lot of people sit in the shadow of the huge trees there or they simply go for a walk. At night the square is lit, and so is the Mosque. Its two minarets rise up high. The Mosque has got shebeke stained glass windows and other ornaments. On the whole it is not too ornate, but it is special. Its interior is plain or rather: humble. In this building functionality and beauty unite to create a substructure for religion. In any case you should not only visit the Mosque in the daytime. The atmosphere was much better at night.
The Mosque lies in Ganja city hall square. In the daytime a lot of people sit in the shadow of the huge trees there or they simply go for a walk. At night the square is lit, and so is the Mosque. Its two minarets rise up high. The Mosque has got shebeke stained glass windows and other ornaments. On the whole it is not too ornate, but it is special. Its interior is plain or rather: humble. In this building functionality and beauty unite to create a substructure for religion. In any case you should not only visit the Mosque in the daytime. The atmosphere was much better at night.
Written 28 August 2019
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yashgupta25
Doha, Qatar297 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
This mosque is located in the town square next to the other places to see. It is small, well constructed and clean.
Written 30 March 2019
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Sardorhon
Almaty, Kazakhstan9 contributions
Aug 2018
Ancient mosque in city center of Ganja with 2 Minarets. Also it called Shah Abbas. Easy to access. Near you can see Javad Khans grave and old Hammam
Written 18 August 2018
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Naila
Baku, Azerbaijan819 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
Built in the 17th century Shqh Abbas's mosque is one of the most famous in Ganja and in the whole country.
Passing by it, you pass through the history.
Passing by it, you pass through the history.
Written 12 August 2018
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SiggiBeach
Perth, Australia62 contributions
Feb 2018 • Solo
Beautiful
For an Australian, architecture I've 200 years old is always awesome. Also attached to beautiful walking areas.
For an Australian, architecture I've 200 years old is always awesome. Also attached to beautiful walking areas.
Written 13 February 2018
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