Nabi Daniel Mosque

"The Nabi Daniel Mosque in Alexandria is a historic mosque . It is tomb of Prophet Daniel and Luqman al-Hakeem, a wise man mentioned in the Quran.

- Architecture: The mosque has a rectangular area surrounded by an open courtyard, with ablution facilities and separate restrooms for males and females.
- Tomb Chamber: A staircase leads down to the basement, where two tombs are present, one attributed to Muhammad Daniyal al-Mawsili and the other to Luqman al-Hakeem.
- History: The mosque has undergone several transformations, with some speculating it might be the site of Alexander the Great's tomb due to its underground vaults and passages.¹

- Visitors can perform solat (prayer) in the mosque and explore the tomb chamber.
- The mosque's location in the heart of Alexandria makes it easily accessible.

- Local Legend: The mosque is believed by some to be the final resting place of Prophet Daniel.

- Pedestrian-Friendly Street: The street leading to the mosque is closed to vehicles, making it a pleasant walk for visitors.
- Beautifully Paved: The street is well-maintained and paved, adding to the area's charm.
- Lined with Shops: Local shops line the street, offering visitors a glimpse into the local culture and economy.
- Local Feeling: Visitors can immerse themselves in the local atmosphere by taking a leisurely stroll through the street."

Taher Eranpurwala

"The Nabi Daniel Mosque is a historic mosque in Alexandria named after Muhammad Daniyal al-Mawsili, a Kurdish Muslim scholar of the Shafi'i school of thought who was buried in the mosque.

The mosque is one of the places speculated to once have been the Tomb of Alexander the Great, while the actual tomb in the crypt of the mosque is erroneously attributed to the biblical prophet Daniel.

The building was built over the grave of the scholar Muhammad Daniyal al-Mawsili in 1790. In 1822, Muhammad Ali Pasha renovated and expanded the mosque.

Local traditions relate that the tomb of the Prophet Daniel was found at the site of the mosque. During the Rashidun conquest of Egypt, a coffin was found, and when the coffin was opened, a body covered in shrouds studded in gold was found. The deceased had a long nose and long arms. The Caliph Umar affirmed the body to be that of Daniel, and ordered that it be reburied with full security.

However, archaeologists disputed and debunked this story, saying that the entombed was the scholar Muhammad Daniyal al-Mawsili and not the Prophet.

One of the pictures is for an opening in the underground room of the tomb, which i think is the place where some tried to dig deeper and explore whether Alexander the great is actually buried there. I truly wish if they continue exploring it to confirm whether this is the location or not."

Abdulrahman Qazzaz

"Its interior design is characterized by charming simplicity, with its calm colors and Islamic patterns that create an atmosphere of tranquility."

Yahya Abdo