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===katib al-Wilaya Mosque=== | ===katib al-Wilaya Mosque=== | ||
This mosque is located in the al-Zaytun neighborhood of Gaza. Its building dates back to the Mamluk period in the 13th century AD (7th century AH). The additions to the western part of this mosque date back to the Ottoman period and the reign of Ahmad Bek Katib al-Wilaya. | This mosque is located in the al-Zaytun neighborhood of Gaza. Its building dates back to the Mamluk period in the 13th century AD (7th century AH). The additions to the western part of this mosque date back to the Ottoman period and the reign of Ahmad Bek Katib al-Wilaya. | ||
Therefore, the mosque was named Katib al-Wilaya. What distinguishes this mosque from other mosques in Gaza is the presence of its minarets next to the bell of the "Orthodox Roman" church. Many tourists after visiting this mosque consider the existence of these two features together as a sign of the coexistence of Muslims and Christians in Gaza. | Therefore, the mosque was named Katib al-Wilaya. What distinguishes this mosque from other mosques in Gaza is the presence of its minarets next to the bell of the "Orthodox Roman" church. Many tourists after visiting this mosque consider the existence of these two features together as a sign of the coexistence of Muslims and Christians in Gaza. | ||