In Kemerovo, the largest mosque in Kuzbass was opened

The largest Islamic mosque in the Kemerovo region opened today in Kemerovo. A three -story building 30 meters high and with 4 minarets 48 meters high, elevated according to the original project of architect Alexander Krivomazov.

As ITAR-TASS reported today in the regional administration, the forms of the main elements of the mosque, its functional and decorative features are determined by the eastern tradition and symbols. The peculiarity of the mosque is that its architectural details combine different styles. The appearance resembles an Indian Taj Mahal. Minarettes are made in the Arabic style. The dome is similar to Samarkand, and individual details are made in a Turkish style.

The area of ​​the mosque is 11 thousand square meters, the building is designed for 400 people. There is a separate hall for marriage, conference room, a balcony for women. The premises for the reading room, the library, the hall of ritual services were built. Enlargement of 3.7 hectares adjacent to the mosque. For wheelchair users, paths with ramps were built, there are 2 elevators in the mosque.

The mosque is called "Munira" (enlightening), built in record time - in just a year - using modern technologies and materials for donations from donations. This is the first large mosque in Kuzbass. In total, in the area of ​​6 mosques and 8 prayer houses and rooms.