Mosques & Holy Places
Mosques and other "holy" places in the Muslim world, including Mecca, Madinah, and Jerusalem. Learn about mosque architecture, and search for a mosque near you.
Minaret
What is the "minaret" in Islamic mosque architecture, and what is its purpose in Islamic prayer and worship?
What is the "minaret" in Islamic mosque architecture, and what is its purpose in Islamic prayer and worship?
What is a Mosque?
A glossary definition of mosque/masjed, the Muslim "house of worship."
A glossary definition of mosque/masjed, the Muslim "house of worship."
What's in a Mosque - Prayer Rugs
Islamic prayer rugs are used to ensure that the area used for prayer is clean. One should not walk on a prayer rug with shoes on.
Islamic prayer rugs are used to ensure that the area used for prayer is clean. One should not walk on a prayer rug with shoes on.
What's in a Mosque - the "Qiblah"
What is the "qiblah" and what role does it have in Islamic architecture and prayer?
What is the "qiblah" and what role does it have in Islamic architecture and prayer?
What's in a Mosque: the "Mihrab"
What is the "mihrab" in Islamic mosque architecture, and what is its purpose in Islamic prayer and worship?
What is the "mihrab" in Islamic mosque architecture, and what is its purpose in Islamic prayer and worship?
Mosque Safety Kit
A proactive, comprehensive safety kit for members of the Muslim community, provided by the Council on American-Islamic Relations. It is important for mosque officials, community leaders, teachers, and others to head the warnings and make the recommended preparations -- personally and as a community.
A proactive, comprehensive safety kit for members of the Muslim community, provided by the Council on American-Islamic Relations. It is important for mosque officials, community leaders, teachers, and others to head the warnings and make the recommended preparations -- personally and as a community.
The Mother Mosque of America - Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Iowa is known for another historic reason, of which many people are unaware: the city of Cedar Rapids is home to the oldest Islamic mosque in the United States. Built in 1934, the "Mother Mosque of America" is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
Iowa is known for another historic reason, of which many people are unaware: the city of Cedar Rapids is home to the oldest Islamic mosque in the United States. Built in 1934, the "Mother Mosque of America" is now on the National Register of Historic Places.
Visiting a Mosque
Visiting a mosque for the first time can be an intimidating experience if you don't know what to expect. These tips and etiquette guidelines can help your visit be more comfortable and enjoyable.
Visiting a mosque for the first time can be an intimidating experience if you don't know what to expect. These tips and etiquette guidelines can help your visit be more comfortable and enjoyable.