Named for Youssef Gurgi, a Georgian captive who rose to become a naval commander of Tripoli, the heavily Turkish-influenced Gurgi Mosque was built by the Ottomans in 1833 and its delightful and unique floral design motifs and unusual design makes it a popular attraction for tourists.
Although quite small compared to other mosques, the Gurgi Mosque stands out for its interior – the most beautiful in the city. Intricate stone carvings imported from Morocco, marble from Italy, and ceramic work from Tunisia and exquisite adornments and attention to detail make this mosque a very fascinating place to visit.
It has an octagonal minaret, which is unusual for Tripoli. Although the mosque is quite small in size, it still has a large number of domes – 16 to be exact.Gurgi and his family are interred in the antechamber of the mosque.
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