Dome of the Rock

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The Dome of the Rock is an Islamic shrine at the center of the Al-Aqsa mosque compound on the Temple Mount in the Old City of Jerusalem. It is the world's …

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Oct 9, 2023
The Dome of the Rock is a mosque situated on the Temple Mount. The Dome of the Rock is a remarkable shrine. Although it has many features, the most prominent being the Rock where Muslims believe that… Full review by 619jeffry
Jul 14, 2023
Dome of the Rock is a Muslim Mosque. Its one of the 5 mosques inside the AlAqsa compound. In the centre inside the mosque is a hugh Rock and it is " hanging " ie there is no base , under is a small c… Full review by mohzan h
Apr 7, 2023
This is an iconic landmark of Jerusalem. This is part of the Temple Mount which has two Islamic structures- Dome on the Mount and Al Aqsa Mosque. Dome of the Mount is open only Muslim visitors Full review by arvind1000

Facts

Located:Jerusalem
Established:c. 685–692
Type:Shrine

Questions & answers

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Is there a certain time or day you are not allowed to visit? Friday's, for instance? What are the hours for visiting the …
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Is there a certain time or day you are not allowed to visit? Friday's, for instance? What are the hours for visiting the mount?
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Visiting Hours For non-Muslim visitors, Temple Mount can be visited Sunday through Thursday: Summer: April through September: 8:30 – 10:30 am and 1:30 – 2:30 pm Winter: …
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Visiting Hours For non-Muslim visitors, Temple Mount can be visited Sunday through Thursday: Summer: April through September: 8:30 – 10:30 am and 1:30 – 2:30 pm Winter: October through March: 7:30 – 10:30 am and 12:30 – 1:30 pm Temple Mount is closed to tourists on Fridays, Saturdays, and during Muslim holidays. During peak season, plan on arriving at least an hour early since queues can be long and only limited numbers of people are allowed to enter. There is no charge to visit Temple Mount.
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Can I bring a tripod to take photos? Or are tripods forbidden?
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I took a little gorilla pod (a small tripod for my phone) and it was taken by security at the checkpoint. No problem though, I just picked it up later.
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Answer by Brogan J · Feb 28, 2018
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Can I bring a tripod to take photos? Or are tripods forbidden?
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Selfie sticks are forbidden so I would guess a tripod is also forbidden. It can be used as a weapon.
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Answer by Patricia A · Mar 3, 2018
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Are pants allowed for women or do the have to wear long skirt/dresses. Are jean pants ok for a woman? What is …
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Are pants allowed for women or do the have to wear long skirt/dresses. Are jean pants ok for a woman? What is proper dress to visit?
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If pants are worn by women while visiting - they will provide the wrap around skirt at the entrance free of cost because it needs to be worn over the pants .If long skirt is worn then it is ok .
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