Imam Hussein Mosque

Cairo to start renovation, maintenance work at historical Al Sayeda Zainab Mosque

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 - 09:40 GMT

Egypt’s authorities to start maintenance and renovation work at the historical and sacred Al Sayeda Zainab Mosque per President Abdel Fattah al Sisi directions to renovate the historical mosques’ shrines, including the interior halls of mosques, and their architectural decorations.

Egypt closes Imam Hussein Mosque for restoration, maintenance work

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 - 01:48 GMT

The famous mosque was originally constructed in 1154 and was reconstructed in 1874. Some Shia Muslims believe Al-Hussein, grandson of the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad (Peace and Blessing be Upon Him), is buried in the mosque.

Egypt blocks Shias from celebrating Ashura in Hussein mosque

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 - 12:42 GMT

The Religious Endowment Ministry closed for the second day, the tomb of Imam Hussein on Sunday.

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