📰 Al-Mughrabi Mosque in Lattakia: Ottoman Landmark and Beacon of Learning

Al-Mughrabi Mosque, also known as “Al-Noor Mosque,” stands as one of the most prominent historical and religious landmarks in the coastal city of Lattakia, serving for nearly two centuries as both a spiritual center and a beacon of knowledge. The mosque was built between 1827 and 1835 on the southern edge of the historic Qala’a ( citadel ) neighborhood.

It was named after Sheikh Mohammed al-Mughrabi, a scholar from Morocco who settled in the city after a pilgrimage. The building retains its original Ottoman design and has proven structurally resilient, even withstanding the 2023 earthquake without damage.

Beyond its spiritual role, the mosque has long been a hub of education, hosting schools and institutes that trained generations of teachers and students. Religious study circles continue to be held there today, reinforcing its dual legacy as both a place of worship and a center of learning, cherished by the people of Lattakia.