Haydar-Khana Mosque
The Haydar-Khana Mosque (Arabic: جامع الحيدرخانة) is a historic mosque located near al-Mutanabbi Street in Baghdad, Iraq, built by al-Nasir during the Abbasid Caliphate. The mosque is situated on al-Rasheed Street and is located in the Haydar-Khana locality surrounded by buildings, shrines, and cafés. The mosque is an important historic landmark that reflect the society of Baghdad, intellectual gatherings, and fueling enthusiasm for demonstrations.
| Haydar-Khana Mosque | |
|---|---|
Arabic: جامع الحيدرخانة | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Rite | Sunni Islam and Shia Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organisational status | Mosque and madrasa |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Baghdad, Iraq |
Location in Baghdad | |
| Geographic coordinates | 33°19′30″N 44°25′19″E |
| Architecture | |
| Style | Abbasid architecture |
| Specifications | |
| Dome(s) | 3 |
| Minaret(s) | 1 |
The Mosque is considered one of the most beautiful and perfect mosques in Baghdad in terms of engineering and architectural construction and is also considered important for its contribution to revolutionary ideas against British colonialism of Iraq. It is also a great symbol for Iraqis because it was the center of national events of the religious, political and social diversity of the region.