Ottoman-style mosque completed in 2007, commissioned by Rafic Hariri.
The Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque is the largest mosque in central Beirut, completed in 2007 in an Ottoman revival style with a blue dome and four minarets. It was commissioned by Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, who was assassinated in 2005 and is buried beside it. The mosque stands beside Martyrs' Square on the old Green Line and became a symbol of the postwar reconstruction of Downtown. Non-Muslim visitors are usually welcome outside prayer times if they dress modestly and remove shoes. The interior has a large carpeted hall under a painted dome and calligraphic panels. The site holds political significance as well as religious, and large gatherings sometimes take place in the square outside.
| Admission | Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daytime outside prayers |
| Address | Martyrs' Square, Downtown, Beirut |
Why it matters
Major postwar landmark and political symbol
Location
Martyrs' Square, Downtown, Beirut
33.8953, 35.5061 View on map
Highlights
- Blue dome and four minarets
- Tomb of Rafic Hariri
- Carpeted prayer hall
- Overlooks Martyrs' Square
Tips for visiting
- Cover shoulders and knees.
- Avoid prayer times.
- Keep voices low.
- Do not photograph worshippers.
When to visit
Mid-morning.
Accessibility
Ramps and level floors; crowded during Friday prayers.
Frequently asked questions
When was it built?
It was completed in 2007.
Who commissioned it?
Prime Minister Rafic Hariri.
Can non-Muslims enter?
Generally yes, outside prayer times.
Is it free?
Yes.