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The whole compound of Al Aqsa is the mosque and the third holiest in Islam. It includes in it the Qibli mosque. Situated in the old city of Jerusalem. Most religious Jews regard entry into the al-Aqsa compound (which they call the Temple Mount) as a violation of Jewish law. This restriction is based on the belief that even though the Temple (of Solomon) was destroyed centuries ago, the precise location of the Holy of Holies, the sanctuary that was once entered by the High Priest, is not known. Hence the restriction is applied to the entire compound. They believe that the Temple should only be built after the coming of their Messiah, and it is their belief that it would be presumptuous of people to force God’s hand. However, there are several Jewish groups who differ from this opinion. Many Evangelical Christians consider it to be a prerequisite to Armageddon and the Second Coming (of Jesus), and both are actively encouraging the rebuilding of the Temple on the Aqsa ground
Raza Shah
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Al Aqsa Mosque is situated at south end of the Temple Mount a couple minutes walk from the iconic Dome of the Rock. This is the 3rd holiest site in the Islamic world and a essential place to visit in Jerusalem for Muslims. Note: Unfortunately, non-Muslims are not allowed to enter Al Aqsa Mosque. However, you can still enjoy the outside architecture for a few minutes as part of your visit to the Dome of the Rock. You can see the mosque from up front after entering the Morocco Gate (Gate of the Moors) into the Temple Mount grounds. The facade features modest decorative carvings and numerous stone arches that are Romanesque in style. If visiting the archeological park outside the Temple Mount you can see the other side of Al Aqsa Mosque, including the dark coloured dome and the tower section constructed during the Crusader period. You can also spot Al Aqsa Mosque quite clearly from the Mount of Olives if you intend to do a bit of sightseeing here.
Brad
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Al-Aqsa Mosque ( ٱلْمَسْجِد ٱلْأَقْصَىٰ, "the Farthest Mosque"), located in the Old City of Jerusalem, is the third holiest site in Islam. The mosque was built on top of the Temple Mount, known as the Al Aqsa Compound or Haram esh-Sharif in Islam. Muslims believe that Muhammad was transported from the Great Mosque of Mecca to al-Aqsa during the Night Journey. Islamic tradition holds that Muhammad led prayers towards this site until the 17th month after his migration from Mecca to Medina, when Allah directed him to turn towards the Kaaba in Mecca. The rectangular al-Aqsa Mosque and its precincts cover 14.4 hectares (36 acres), although the mosque itself is about 12 acres (5 ha) in area and can hold up to 5,000 worshippers.It is 83 m (272 ft) long, 56 m (184 ft) wide.Unlike the Dome of the Rock, which reflects classical Byzantine architecture, the Al-Aqsa Mosque is characteristic of early Islamic architecture. ©wikipedia
Md Anik Solaiman
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Al-Aqsa and Bayt al-Maqdis, is the third holiest site in Islam and is located in the Old City of Jerusalem. Whilst the entire site on which the silver-domed mosque sits, along with the Dome of the Rock, seventeen gates, and four minarets, was itself historically known as the Al-Aqsa Mosque, today a narrower definition prevails, and the wider compound is usually referred to as al-Haram ash-Sharif ("the Noble Sanctuary"), which corresponds in Jewish and Christian tradition to the Temple Mount, the holiest site in Judaism. Muslims believe that Muhammad was transported from the Sacred Mosque in Mecca to al-Aqsa during the Night Journey. Islamic tradition holds that Muhammad led prayers towards this site until the seventeenth month after the Hegira (his migration from Mecca to Medina), when God directed him to turn towards the Kaaba in Mecca.
MOHAMMAD AL-SOURI
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The masjid pictured with the dark grey dome is known as Masjid Al-Qibly (The Southern Masjid) and forms the front part of Masjid-Al-Aqsa. According to Islamic beliefs this is where the 1st qiblah was established (before Allah SWT commanded it be changed to Makkah/ Meccah). It is also the 2nd masjid to be built on Earth and the 3rd most blessed place of virtue in Islam. There is so much history to see within the 4 walls of Masjid Al-Aqsa as it is blessed land and it should be a must visit for all Muslims. Abu Darda (may Allah be pleased with him) relates that the Prophet (ﷺ) said, “ A prayer in Makkah is worth 100,000 times, a prayer in my Masjid (Madina) is worth 1,000 times, and a prayer in al-Aqsa is worth 500 times more than anywhere else”. [Al-Tabarani, al-Bayhaqi and al-Suyuti]
Ashraf Timol
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Al-Aqsa Mosque and Dome of the rock and it's history: a major part of Jerusalem. You must stand there to feel the history: irrespective of your religion. It's a mind-blowing experience. Now on the visit, if you are Muslim, then just go and visit. Lots of entry gates. If not, then except Friday and Saturday, you will have small windows to visit (morning and noon). The only entry gate is located just right side of the entrance gate of the western wall from Dung gate. This entrance is bit tricky to locate (and again, just right side of the western wall entrance from the Dung gate). The security people and others inside the place are courteous and helpful. You can take pictures, walk around and see the Jerusalem from all angles. Just go and feel the place. Don't miss it.
Jaydeb Sarkar
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The Al-Aqsa Mosque, also known as the Qibli Mosque or Qibli Chapel, is the main congregational mosque or prayer hall in the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in the Old City of Jerusalem.
attractions: Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Gethsemane, Western Wall, Zion Gate, Tower of David, Damascus Gate, Dome of the Rock, New Gate, Dormition Abbey - Hagia Maria, Lions' Gate, restaurants: The Eucalyptus, Lina, Tala Hummus and Falafel, Abu Shukri, Between the Arches Restaurant, Versavee Restaurant Bar & Cafe, alayed resturant, Nafoura Restaurant, Ramanda Restaurant, Basti Restaurant & Café
