Al-Shawathna Mosque

Nizwa, Oman · built 629

The Al-Shawadhna Mosque or Al-Shawadhina Mosque, also popularly known as the Masjid al-Qiblatayn (lit. 'Mosque of the Two Qiblas'), is a historic mosque in Nizwa, Oman. It is reputed to be one of the oldest mosques in Oman. Architecturally, it is notable for its well-preserved mihrab covered with carved stucco decoration from the 16th century. The mosque is located in the historic al-'Aqr neighbourhood of Nizwa.

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