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MosqueIslamWithin Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah — World Heritage Site (2014); not separately inscribed

Al-Shafi’i Mosque, Historic Jeddah

مسجد الشافعي · Al-Shafei Mosque

Al-Balad / Harat al-Mazloum, Jeddah, Makkah al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia

Landmark centuries-old mosque within UNESCO-listed Historic Jeddah.

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About Al-Shafi’i Mosque, Historic Jeddah

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

Located in the Al-Balad historic quarter, the mosque is distinguished by traditional construction and long religious use.

Sacred Place at a Glance

A concise view of the place, tradition, location and heritage details available for this Sacred Place.

Place TypeMosque
Religious TraditionIslam
LocationAl-Balad / Harat al-Mazloum, Jeddah, Makkah al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia
CountrySaudi Arabia
ArchitectureTraditional Hijazi mosque architecture
HeritageWithin Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah — World Heritage Site (2014); not separately inscribed

Faith, Tradition & Sacred Association

Religious tradition, dedication and sacred associations connected with this place.

Religious TraditionIslam

History & Sacred Tradition

Documented history, sacred narrative and editorial synthesis are kept visibly separate.

Historical Record

The mosque and its historic minaret represent successive building phases; Saudi authorities supported major conservation and restoration works.

Sacred Tradition

This is a functioning historic mosque; no specific miracle or saint’s tomb is claimed.

Editorial Context

UNESCO status belongs to the Historic Jeddah property, not an individually inscribed mosque.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Traditional Hijazi mosque architecture · Within Historic Jeddah, UNESCO World Heritage Site (2014) · Within Historic Jeddah, the Gate to Makkah — World Heritage Site (2014); not separately inscribed

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October 15, 2026