Mosques of Iraq by Governorate
Explore the diverse mosque heritage across Iraq's 18 governorates
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Regional Architectural Styles
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Central Iraq
Mosques in Baghdad and surrounding governorates often feature Ottoman influences blended with local traditions, including domed prayer halls and slender minarets.
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Southern Iraq
Mosque architecture in Basra, Nasiriyah, and other southern regions shows Persian influences, with extensive use of colorful tiles and elaborate dome structures.
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Northern Iraq
Mosques in Mosul, Erbil, and other northern regions often incorporate local stone construction with distinctive minaret designs and simplified decoration.
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Shrine Cities
Najaf, Karbala, and Samarra feature monumental shrine complexes with golden domes, elaborate mirrored interiors, and extensive decorative tile work.
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Key Facts
- Total documented mosques: 1,328
- Highest mosque density: Baghdad (11.2 mosques per 100,000 residents)
- Oldest documented mosques: Kufa, Basra, and Mosul governorates
- Most historical mosques: Mosul (37 mosques built before 1800)
- Most recent development: Erbil (28 new mosques since 2010)
- Largest restoration efforts: Nineveh/Mosul governorate
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