"mega-mosque"

#4268082

4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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#4268092

4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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#4268094

4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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#4268106

4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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#4268110

4 May 2019

Algiers, May 04, 2019 Algeria: The Grand Mosque of Algiers, also known as Djamaa el Djazair, is the largest mosque in Africa and must open its doors. Facing the sea, the Great Mosque of Algiers, colossal work of Abdelaziz Bouteflika pushed to resign by demonstrations on April 2, would have cost two billion US dollars for construction. The mega-mosque complex covers an area of 400,000 square meters, making it the third largest mosque in the world. Its 20,000 square meter prayer room is designed to accommodate 37,000 worshipers at a time. The giant mosque also includes the world's tallest minaret, 265 meters high, designed to withstand a magnitude 9.0 earthquake. The project was overseen by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), which has deployed approximately 2,300 engineers, construction officials and workers from China, Algeria and other African countries. Construction began in August 2012

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#3673174

18 January 2019

A view of the damaged tombs in the mega-mosque The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673130

18 January 2019

The extensive view of the Delhi's forgotten Begumpur mosque which is in shambles. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673132

18 January 2019

The 14th century Begumpur mosque is in disrepair. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673134

18 January 2019

The heritage site has become the hub of illegal activities. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673136

18 January 2019

A close look from the walkway of the abandoned mosque. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673138

18 January 2019

A tourist could be seen clicking a photograph at the archaeological site. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673140

18 January 2019

It's the facade of Delhi's Begumpur mosque. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673168

18 January 2019

The tombs dates back to 14th century. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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#3673172

18 January 2019

Liquor label found on the roof of the Begumpur mosque. The heritage sites in New Delhi known as Begumpur Mosque which was constructed on the basis of Iran-based architect Zahir al-Din al-Jayush during the period of Tughlaqs 14th century. The courtyard of the mega-mosque is in shambles, and the prayer hall has become the breeding ground to the drug addicts.

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