Mosque of Amr ibn al-As

The Mosque of Amr ibn al-As, located in Cairo, Egypt, is one of the earliest and most significant mosques in Africa, built in 641 CE. It was established by Amr ibn al-As, a prominent Muslim commander, as the first mosque in Egypt. Architecturally, it features a large prayer hall with a distinctive minaret and a spacious courtyard. The mosque has undergone renovations over centuries, blending Islamic architectural styles. It serves not only as a place of worship but also as a historical monument reflecting the early Islamic presence in Egypt and the development of Islamic architecture.