Sidi Amor Mosque

Sidi Amor Mosque (Arabic: جامع سيدي عامر‎), also known as the Sidi Amor small mosque is a Tunisian mosque located in the south of the medina of Tunis.It is an official historical monument since November 16, 1928.[1]

Sidi Amor Mosque

Localization

The mosque is located in 24 the Sidi Ali Azzouz Street.[2]

Etymology

The mosque got its name from the saint Sidi Amor Al Batach who was born in La Marsa.

History

The saint was buried in the mosque in 1526.

  • Entrance of the mosque
  • Marble panel with the name of the mosque

References
  1. http://www.docartis.com/Tunisia_Decreti/DECRETS/Pagine/1928_16novembre.html
  2. http://www.commune-tunis.gov.tn/publish/content/article.asp?ID=450
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