al-Nabi Yonus Mosque - Islamic Cities (sitios de interés)
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On one of the two most prominent mounds (the Al-Tawba mound) of Nineveh ruins, rises the Mosque of Prophet Younis "Biblical Jonah", the son of Amittai, from the 8th century B.C. The mosque was previously an Nestorian-Assyrian church. This location is believed to be the burial place of Jonah, and where King Esarhaddon had once built a palace.This is a very, very famous mosque (arguably the most famous site in all of Mosul next to Nineveh itself) that many Muslims, Christians, and Assyrians visited and still visit today. A whale's tooth, appropriate to Jonah's well-known adventure at sea, is said to be preserved there. Apart from providing spiritual value to many, it also offers a stunningly beautiful view of Mosul from its top balcony. It's exterior lights provide a nice decorative flair to the uniquely designed mosque, particularly at night.
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