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Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine

Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque)

The third holiest mosque in Islam, located on the sacred Al-Haram Al-Sharif (Temple Mount) compound in Jerusalem — the destination of the Prophet's Night Journey (Isra and Miraj) and the first qibla of the Muslim ummah.

Saturday, 18th July 2026

Jerusalem (Al-Quds) prayer times today

Begins = start of each prayer window for Jerusalem (Al-Quds). Each mosque sets its own iqamah (congregation) — usually 10–30 minutes later.

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Fajr
04:10
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Sunrise
05:46
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Dhuhr
12:45
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Asr
16:26
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Maghrib
19:45
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Isha
21:14

Palestine official method · Updated Saturday, 18th July 2026

Fajr

04:10

Sunrise

05:46

Dhuhr

12:45

Asr

16:26

Maghrib

19:45

Isha

21:14

About Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque)

Masjid Al-Aqsa is the third holiest site in Islam after the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah. The current mosque structure was built by the Umayyad Caliph Al-Walid I in 705 CE, though the compound was first consecrated by Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) when he accepted the keys of Jerusalem in 638 CE. Al-Aqsa is referenced explicitly in the Quran (Surah Al-Isra 17:1) as the destination of the Prophet Muhammad's Night Journey. The mosque has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, and Saladin (Salah al-Din) restored Muslim rule over Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa in 1187 CE. The entire Al-Haram Al-Sharif compound covers 35 hectares and also contains the Dome of the Rock.

Address
Al-Haram Al-Sharif, Old City, Jerusalem
Founded
705
Jummah
12:15 PM
Capacity
5,000+ worshippers

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area

Frequently asked questions

Why is Al-Aqsa Mosque sacred to Muslims?
Al-Aqsa is the third holiest site in Islam. It was the first qibla (direction of prayer) before Mecca. The Quran (17:1) states it was the destination of the Prophet Muhammad's miraculous Night Journey (Isra). It was blessed by Allah and is mentioned by name in the Quran.
Can Muslims pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque?
Yes, Muslims may enter and pray at Al-Aqsa. Access is managed by the Jordanian Waqf Authority. Non-Muslim tourists may enter the compound but not the mosque building itself during prayer times.
What is the difference between Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock?
They are two separate structures within the same compound (Al-Haram Al-Sharif). Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) is the silver-domed mosque at the southern end used for prayer. The Dome of the Rock is the golden-domed shrine covering the sacred rock from which the Prophet is believed to have ascended during the Miraj.
What time is Jummah at Al-Aqsa Mosque?
The Friday Jummah prayer at Al-Aqsa typically begins at 12:15 PM Jerusalem time. On Fridays, tens of thousands of Muslims attempt to attend.
What are the prayer times at Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) today?
Prayer times at Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) follow the Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine timetable shown on this page. Times are calculated using the region-appropriate method for Palestine and update daily.
Where is Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque)?
Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) is at Al-Haram Al-Sharif, Old City, Jerusalem, Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine.
Is there a women's prayer area at Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque)?
Yes, Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) has a dedicated women's prayer area. Contact the mosque to confirm arrangements.
Is there parking at Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque)?
Parking availability near Masjid Al-Aqsa (Al-Qibli Mosque) varies by location in Jerusalem (Al-Quds). Check with the mosque directly or use local street parking / public transport where available.

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