Who built the Turkish mosque in Midrand?
Ali Katircioglu
The complex, which consists of a school, clinic, mosque and shops, was built by 75-year-old Turkish construction tycoon Ali Katircioglu.
What is the biggest mosque in South Africa?
Nizamiye Masjid
It is often stated to be the biggest mosque in the Southern Hemisphere, occupying less than two-thirds of a hectare in a 10 hectares of land….Nizamiye Mosque.
| Nizamiye Masjid | |
|---|---|
| Affiliation | Sunni Islam, Gülen movement |
| Leadership | İbrahim Atasoy (Imam) |
| Location | |
| Location | Midrand, South Africa |
Who built Nizamiye mosque?
architect Mimar Sinan
The Nizamiye Mosque is a smaller replica of the Selimiye Camii mosque in Edirne, Turkey, completed in the 1570s, and now a World Heritage Site. The latter was built by architect Mimar Sinan during the Ottoman era.
What time is Maghrib in Midrand?
A: Maghrib Time in Midrand is at 7:02 PM.
What time is Fajr in Midrand?
A: Fajr Time in Midrand is at 4:15 AM.
What time is Fajr in Sandton?
A: Fajr Time in Sandton is at 4:31 AM.
Is the Turkish mosque in Midrand South Africa’s next tourist attraction?
The newly constructed Turkish mosque in Midrand, a suburb of Johannesburg, is steadily becoming a tourist attraction with thousands of visitors flocking to take a closer look at its elegant style typical of the Ottoman Empire.
How far in advance should I book Nizamiye Mosque?
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Who is Ali Katircioglu and what is the Midrand mosque?
The spectacular mosque which has become a landmark in the midrand area is the brainchild of 74 year old Ali Katircioglu, a prominent Turkish businessman.