Djuma Mosque, Derbent, Russia

Djuma Mosque is the oldest mosque in Derbent and one of the oldest in Russia. It was built over a 6th-century Christian basilica around 733-734 AD. It has a 15th-century madrassa.

There are three naves in the inside of the mosque. The width of central nave is 6.3 m, side naves are 4 m wide. The naves are separated by square columns 97 to 97 cm wide, that have profiled capitals. The columns are connected by lancet arches.

Religious sites in Russia

Address

ulitsa 345 Dagestanskoy Strelkovoy Divizii 5/1, Derbent, Russia

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Details

Founded: 733 AD
Category: Religious sites in Russia

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Interesting Sites Nearby

Derbent Fortress (2,5 km)

User Reviews

Islam Alimirzaev (10 months ago)
God willing, blessed and exalted be He

Valida Agaeva (10 months ago)
Assalyamu alaikum. Please tell me which direction this mosque has? I was told that Salafi, is it true?

Салим Каримов (2 years ago)
I really like this mosque. Nice

Dag 96_-_ekb (3 years ago)
Ma sha Allah

Hussain Hussain (3 years ago)
Beautiful mosque

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