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Construction was started in 1791 or 1794 by Molla Bey and it was finished in 1819 or 1821 by his son Haxhi Ethem Bey, grand-grandson of Sulejman Pasha. At the time it was built it was part of complex buildings that compose the historical center of Tirana. In front of the mosque was the old Bazaar, in east the Sulejman Pasha Mosque, which was built in 1614 and destroyed during World War II, and in the north-west the Karapici mosque. During the totalitarianism of the Socialist People's Republic of Albania, the mosque was closed; it was declared a historical monument and underwent restorations in the late 1960s and early 1970s.On January 18, 1991, despite opposition from communist authorities, 10,000 people entered the mosque carrying flags. This was at the onset of the fall of communism in Albania.The event was a milestone in the rebirth of religious freedom in Albania. The Mosque today, consists of an architectural complex together with the Clock Tower of Tirana. Tours of the mosque are given daily, though not during prayer service. Visitors must take their shoes off before entering the inner room.
Filippo FrancesconiFilippo Francesconi
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Construction was started in 1791 or 1794 by Molla Bey and it was finished in 1819 or 1821 by his son Haxhi Ethem Bey, grand-grandson of Sulejman Pasha. At the time it was built it was part of complex buildings that compose the historical center of Tirana. In front of mosque was the old Bazaar, in east the Sulejman Pasha Mosque, which was built on 1614 and destroyed during World War II, and in the north-west the Karapici mosque. During the totalitarianism of the Socialist People's Republic of Albania, the mosque was closed. On January 18, 1991, despite opposition from communist authorities, 10,000 people entered carrying flags. This was at the onset of the fall of communism in Albania. The event was a milestone in the rebirth of religious freedom in Albania. The Mosque today, constitutes of an architectural complex together with the Clock Tower of Tirana. Tours of the mosque are given daily, though not during prayer service. Visitors must take their shoes off before entering the inner room.
Arban ShehuArban Shehu
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The Hajji Et’hem Bey Mosque is a mosque in Tirana, Albania. It was closed under communist rule but reopened as a house of worship in 1991. The mosque is composed of a prayer hall, a portico that surrounds its north and the minaret. On the north side is the entrance to the prayer hall, which is a squared plan and is constructed in a unique volume. It is covered with dome and the dome is semi-spherical and has no windows. Ethem Bey Mosque is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and architecture. The mosque is located near the center of the city and is very clean and hygienic. It has toilets and a water place for ablution, as well as towels for drying hands and face. The air conditioning makes it comfortable even during hot weather. The mosque is always well-maintained by its caretakers. I highly recommend visiting Ethem Bey Mosque.
Sabur ShahSabur Shah
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The Hajji Et'hem Bey Mosque (Albanian: Xhamia e Haxhi Et'hem Beut) is a mosque in Tirana, Albania which is a cultural monument. The mosque is adorned with beautiful frescoes outside and in the portico depicting trees, waterfalls and bridges (typically walls are white and this is an exception). Tourists can go inside but need to take off shoes and comply with the dress code. Pictures without flash are allowed to be taken inside. The mosque construction was started in late 18th century and finished in early 19th century. It survived the years of communism and functions as a mosque today. It takes 10-15 minutes to complete the tour (i.e., go inside to appreciate the history and beauty of the building) and is highly recommended. Entry is free. Friendly staff inside could provide additional guidance /support.
Vera GordonVera Gordon
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The Et'hem Bey Mosque is a mosque in Tirana, Albania. Closed under communist rule, the mosque reopened as a house of worship in 1991. Without permission from the authorities, 10,000 people attended and the police did not interfere. Frescoes outside and in the portico depict trees, waterfalls and bridges.
attractions: Skanderbeg Square, Bunk'Art 2, Pyramid of Tirana, Toptani, Rinia Park, Tirana Castle, Parku Rinia - Youth Park - Taiwan Park, National Historical Museum, House of Leaves Museum, The Plaza, restaurants: Odas Garden, Oda - Traditional Albanian Restaurant, Restaurant Piceri Era "Blloku", Restorant Tymi, Artigiano at Vila, Smoke House Bar & Grill, Era Vila, Gjelltore SaUku - Traditional Albanian Cuisine, Salt Tirana, Artigiano
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