Saudi Arabia’s Al-Duwayd Mosque, A Witness to Historical Structures in Najdi Architecture

Al-Duwayd Mosque is considered one of the oldest mosques in the region. (SPA)
Al-Duwayd Mosque is considered one of the oldest mosques in the region. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia’s Al-Duwayd Mosque, A Witness to Historical Structures in Najdi Architecture

Al-Duwayd Mosque is considered one of the oldest mosques in the region. (SPA)
Al-Duwayd Mosque is considered one of the oldest mosques in the region. (SPA)

The historic Al-Duwayd Mosque in the archaeological village of Al-Duwayd in Saudi Arabia is considered one of the oldest mosques in the region, spanning an area of 137.5 square meters, the Saudi Press Agency said on Monday.
The mosque is located 20 kilometers east of Al-Uwaiqila Governorate, in the northern border region of Saudi Arabia.
The architecture of Al-Duwayd Mosque, constructed seven decades ago, is distinguished by the Najdi architecture, which features clay construction techniques and uses natural materials to withstand the local environment and the hot desert climate.
The southern side of the mosque’s walls has small windows arranged in a strip line to allow sunlight and reduce cold during the winter, with a low-height ceiling to maintain warmth in the winter.
The historical importance of the mosque is referred to its location in the village of Al-Duwayd, one of the oldest villages and important historical sites in the northern border region. It encompasses about 200 wells that were a water resource for the people living in the desert, and was a meeting point for the merchants of Najd, Iraq and the Levant about seven decades ago.
The village includes the oldest civil airport established in the northern border region and one of the oldest airports in the Kingdom, with its ruins still remaining today.



Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs Concludes Sixth Jusoor Exhibition in Kosovo

The Jusoor Exhibition is part of the ministry's broader effort to build cultural bridges and promote the values of tolerance and moderation in Islam. (SPA)
The Jusoor Exhibition is part of the ministry's broader effort to build cultural bridges and promote the values of tolerance and moderation in Islam. (SPA)
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Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs Concludes Sixth Jusoor Exhibition in Kosovo

The Jusoor Exhibition is part of the ministry's broader effort to build cultural bridges and promote the values of tolerance and moderation in Islam. (SPA)
The Jusoor Exhibition is part of the ministry's broader effort to build cultural bridges and promote the values of tolerance and moderation in Islam. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance concluded the sixth edition of the Jusoor Exhibition in Pristina, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Monday.

The 10-day event witnessed a strong turnout and broad engagement from diverse communities and nationalities, underscoring its success as a prominent cultural and advocacy initiative.

Organized in cooperation with the Religious Attaché at the Saudi Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the exhibition coincided with the final rounds of the third edition of the International Competition for the Memorization of the Holy Quran in the Balkans.

The exhibition featured several unique pavilions, including a traditional Najdi council, a coffee pavilion, an interactive photography area, and displays from the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran.

A virtual reality experience, rare manuscript exhibits from the Makkah Library, and innovative electronic applications showcasing modern Islamic educational tools were also featured.

Throughout the event, 10,000 copies of the Holy Quran were distributed, boasting translations of the meanings of its verses in multiple languages.

The Jusoor Exhibition is part of the ministry's broader effort to build cultural bridges, promote the values of tolerance and moderation in Islam, and boost international awareness of the Kingdom's initiatives in religious and cultural outreach.