Restoration of Jami 'al-'Umari Mosque
Busra, Syria

Work on the Omari mosque in Bosra included the reconstruction of the interior and facade of the prayer hall and the removal of elements added after the mosque's construction. A feature of this restoration was the involvement of the local inhabitants in both voluntary work and fund-raising for the project.

Source: Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Location

Busra, Syria

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Events

1939

Style Periods

661-750

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Restoration of the al-Umari Mosque
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Restoration of the Jami' 'Umar
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Site Types

religious