The blue mosque in afghanistan

The Blue Mosque, also known as the Shrine of Hazrat Ali, is a mosque located in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan.

Blue Mosque in Afghanistan

It is one of the most important religious sites in Afghanistan, and is believed to be the burial place of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad.
The mosque was built in the 15th century by the Timurid ruler, Shah Rukh. It is a beautiful example of Timurid architecture, and is known for its blue tiles and its large dome.

The Blue Mosque was damaged in the 1990s during the Afghan Civil War, but it has since been restored. It is now a popular tourist destination, and is a symbol of hope and peace for the people of Afghanistan.

The Blue Mosque is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The mosque is a four-iwan (portal) plan, with a large dome in the center. The interior of the mosque is decorated with blue tiles, which give it its name. The mosque is also home to a number of other shrines and tombs, including those of the 11th-century Sufi saint, Bahauddin Naqshband, and the 13th-century ruler, Amir Timur.