Mosques

Places of worship in Islam.

mosque masjid

Mosques are places of worship in Islam where Muslims gather for prayer, especially the five daily prayers and Friday congregational prayers. They typically feature a mihrab indicating the direction of Mecca, minarets for calling to prayer, and often include a courtyard and prayer hall. Mosques also serve as community centers for religious education and social gatherings.

The word 'mosque' comes from the Arabic word masjid, meaning 'place of prostration'.

Mosques are special buildings where Muslims go to pray and learn about Islam, kind of like churches or temples for other religions.

What is a mosque? It's a place of worship for Muslims
Where do people pray in a mosque? People pray in an open space called the prayer hall
What is a minaret? It's a tall tower from which the call to prayer is made

Houses of worship Religious buildings

Masjid al-Haram Al-Aqsa Mosque Blue Mosque

Mihrab Minaret Courtyard Prayer hall

Islamic community Religious institutions

Islamic cultural center public space religious structure