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This is a list of Islamic structures in Mosul. Islam is the majority religion in Mosul. Muslims of Mosul are predominantly followers of Sunni Islam, with a minority of Shi'ites.
The shrine of Imam Awn al-Din ibn Hasan on the left, and the historic Al-Hadba Minaret to the right in 1932.
Modern mosques
Mosul Grand Mosque: Situated in the Taqafah district bordering the Tigris river near the Nineveh archaeological site. Its construction started during the rule of Saddam Hussein, but just like the Al-Rahman Mosque, the construction was interrupted because of the political instability in the country. The mosque remains incomplete to this day.
First built by Nur al-Din Zangi in 1172–1173. It is best known for its leaning minaret, known as "Al-Hadba" (the hunchback). The prayer hall was rebuilt in the mid 20th century, between 1940 and 1950. Destroyed in 2017 during the Battle of Mosul and was undergoing a extensive restoration process before its reopening in November of 2024.
Believed to contain the tomb of Seth, son of Adam. Formerly part of a large cemetery and surrounded by mausoleums which are not present anymore. A completely new structure was built between the 1970s to 1980s. Demolished in 2014 by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant but undergoing reconstruction.
Built in the Zengid era by Badr al-Din Lu'lu. Entombs the remains of Yahya Abu al-Qasim ibn Hasan, a descendant of Muhammad. Demolished in 2014 by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
Formerly a mosque and madrasah complex built during the Seljuk era, the madrasah was converted into a shrine for Muhsin ibn Ali by Badr al-Din Lu'lu in the Zengid era. Demolished in 2017 by Iraqi airstrikes during the Battle of Mosul.[1]
Qara Saray (Black Palace): Built in the 13th century by Badr al-Din Lu'lu. Damaged during the Mongol invasions via burning.
A photograph of Qara Saray on an old postcard.
Other monuments
Tomb of the Girl: A small domed memorial believed to be built over the grave of a female mystic, located in the middle of a street near Bab Sinjar. Historical research proves that it was built over the grave of the historian Ibn al-Athir, which the government has officially stated, with a stele built on the tombstone to indicate his burial there. Bulldozed in 2014 by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.