Sana'a Imam Salah al-Din Mosque, Sanaa

Sana'a Imam Salah al-Din Mosque was founded on the site of Imam Salah al-Din Muhammad’s tomb, who died in 1390. Dating back to the 16th century, you will find the tomb near the main entrance. This breathtaking mosque has a beautiful diamond-shaped minaret, also constructed in the 16th century.

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Sight Name: Sana'a Imam Salah al-Din Mosque
Sight Location: Sanaa, Yemen (See walking tours in Sanaa)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sanaa Old Town Tour

Walking Tours in Sanaa, Yemen

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles