Al-Salam Mosque, Syria
| Al-Salam Mosque | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Mosque |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Qarabis, Homs |
| Country | Syria |
| Administration | Karabyss Muslim Community |
| Architecture | |
| Architect | Shawki Tawakkol |
| Type | Islamic architecture |
| Style | Mamluk |
| Completed | 1980 |
| Specifications | |
| Dome | 1 |
| Minaret | 1 |
The Al-Salam Mosque (Arabic pronunciation: Masjid al-Salam), also known as the Dar al-Salam Mosque, is a mosque located in the Qarabis neighborhood of Homs, Syria. It was designed by Shawki Tawokkol and construction was completed in 1980, partially with the support of local volunteers. The Karabyss Muslim Community administers the mosque.[1]
Overview
The al-Salam Mosque consists of a square layout and a rectangular courtyard surrounded by an arcade precedes the mosque's entrance, which is faces Khalaf al-Ahmar Street. Adjacent to the mosque is its three-story minaret. The minaret consists of alternating black-and-white stone in the Mamluk ablaq style.[1]
The mosque was reportedly damaged in the fighting during the ongoing Syrian civil war.[2][3]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Masjid al-Salam". ArchNet.org. n.d. Retrieved August 27, 2025.
- ^ "11 killed as troops clash in Homs ahead of pullout". Gulf News. Associated Press. April 5, 2012.
- ^ "Russia: Heavily armed foes would not beat Syria army". LBC International. April 4, 2012.