Religious site
Al-Aqsa Mosque
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Al-Aqsa Mosque, situated on the Temple Mount (Haram al-Sharif), is the third holiest site in Islam after Mecca and Medina. Visitors can admire the silver-domed structure and its intricate mosaics and arches. The mosque complex includes the Dome of the Rock, a golden-domed shrine. Non-Muslims can visit the Temple Mount during specific hours but cannot enter the mosque. The site is a focal point of religious and political significance, offering a profound sense of history and spirituality.
Don't miss
- Admire the silver dome and the mosque's distinctive 11th-century façade.
- Explore the expansive Temple Mount plaza and the nearby Dome of the Rock.
- Observe the intricate marble columns and prayer niches inside (if permitted).
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Al-Aqsa Mosque
You can visit Al-Aqsa Mosque on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
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