Qubbat al-Bakiriya Mosque, Sanaa

Qubbat al-Bakiriya Mosque, Sanaa

On the east side of Sanaa’s Old Town you will find the impressive Qubbat al-Bakiriya Mosque. Erected in 1597, this Turkish architecture was renovated and details were added in 1872. Today you can see a blending of styles, with Turkish cupolas and a minaret constructed in the Yemen tradition. An active mosque to this day, this beautiful edifice is a great subject for photographs.

Qubbat al-Bakiriya Mosque on Map

Sight Name: Qubbat al-Bakiriya Mosque
Sight Location: Sanaa, Yemen (See walking tours in Sanaa)
Sight Type: Religious