Naqa mosque

This is Tripoli's oldest mosque, and the present building is a mixture of dates; its last major additions were built in about 1610. It is often known as the camel mosque, after a story told about the Arab conqueror Amr Ibn al-As, who was said to have been offered large camel-loads of tribute by the citizens of Tripoli, presumably in return for a peaceful life. The conqueror is said to have refused the gifts, but asked instead for a mosque to be built in the city. The roof of the mosque consists of 42 brick-built domes, supported by columns from various sources, some of which more..

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Karamanli Mosque

The Karamanli mosque is probably the most splendid mosque in the entire city. It is near the castle, at the entrance to the main souq. It dates back to the beginning of the 18-th century.

At its centre is a twenty-five domed roof built over a sanctuary which is decorated with very beautiful stucco work.

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Friday Mosque

The friday (Jami') Mosuqe was founded by Othman Ra'is in 1670.It is also known as the 'Great Mosque' of Tripoli.

Gurgi Mosque

The Gurgi mosque is most visited by tourists. The structure is quite elegant. It was built by Yussef Gurgi in 1833, to a 16-metre square plan. Its nine columns support a roof made up of sixteen small domes. The mosque's minaret, which is the tallest of all Tripoli's mosques, is octagonal in shape and has two balconies.