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Human: Kul Sharif Mosque From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to navigationJump to search Question book-new.svg This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. Relevant discussion may be found on the talk page. Please help improve this article by introducing citations to additional sources. (May 2011) Kul Sharif Mosque is a magnificent Islamic place of worship located in the heart of Kazan Kremlin, Russia. The mosque was built to honor Kul Sharif, a renowned religious scholar who served as a spiritual leader at the site before his untimely death in 1552 while defending Kazan from Russian forces. Kazan's Qolsharif Mosque 08-2016 img1.jpg Islam is the dominant faith practiced within the mosque. The mosque is situated in Tatarstan, Russia. It remains an active place of worship to this day. Location The majestic Kul Sharif Mosque stands proudly in Kazan, Russia. Its precise geographic coordinates are 55°47′54.49″N 49°06′17.32″E. Architecture The stunning mosque is a remarkable example of modern Islamic architecture. It was completed in the year 2005. Specifications The Kul Sharif Mosque boasts an impressive capacity of 6,000 worshippers at any given time. A single majestic dome rises high above the mosque's roofline. Four towering minarets pierce the sky, adding to the mosque's breathtaking appearance. Kul Sharif Mosque was hailed as one of the largest mosques in Russia and Europe outside of Istanbul when it was first constructed. Contents 1 History 2 See also 3 References 4 External links History The original Kul Sharif Mosque was built in the 16th century within the Kazan Kremlin. It was named after Kul Sharif, a revered religious scholar who served as a spiritual leader at the site before his untimely death in 1552 while defending Kazan from Russian forces. Kul Sharif died alongside numerous students while defending Kazan against Ivan the Terrible's forces in 1552. Qolşärif Mosque.JPG Tatar scholars speculate that elements of the original mosque's design may be visible in Saint Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, featuring eight minarets and a central cupola. Since 1996, the mosque has undergone significant rebuilding within the Kazan Kremlin. The rebuilt mosque boasts a distinctly modern appearance. Its inauguration on July 24, 2005, marked the beginning of celebrations dedicated to the Millennium of Kazan. It can accommodate up to 6,000 worshippers at any given time. Several countries contributed financially to the rebuild of Kul Sharif Mosque, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Today, the mosque primarily serves as a museum of Islam while also accommodating thousands of people who gather there for major Muslim celebrations. The Kul Sharif complex is envisioned to be an integral part of Kazan's architectural landscape. Besides the main mosque building, it includes a library, publishing house, and Imam's office. See also Islam in Russia List of mosques in Russia References "Kul Sharif Mosque, Kazan, Russia - Russia Travel Guide". Travel All Russia. 2015-12-09. Retrieved 2018-09-02. "Kul Sharif Mosque, Kazan - TripAdvisor". TripAdvisor. Retrieved 2018-09-03. "Putin joins Tatarstan festivities". BBC News. 2005-08-26. Retrieved 2010-05-22. External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to Qolşärif Mosque. "Kul Sharif (The main page)". Archived from the original on 13 September 2005. Retrieved 28 June 2009. Kul Sharif video Kul Sharif mosque on "Russian mosques" Kul Sharif Mosque (Kazan)