Samarra

Abu Dulaf Mosque

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Identity and history

Abu Dulaf belongs to Abbasid Samarra, with a spiral minaret, court and arcaded space. It is a separate site from the Great Mosque and Malwiya despite similar towers. Its layout helps explain monumental worship in capital expansion.

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Wikipedia contributors · Abu Dulaf Mosque

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UNESCO World Heritage Centre · Samarra Archaeological City

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2026-10-13T00:40:58.900435+00:00

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What to look for

Read arch rhythm, arcade orientation and tower location before comparing Malwiya. Surviving, restored and unexcavated areas differ.

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Wikipedia contributors · Abu Dulaf Mosque

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Cited background only; see dated evidence capture. Current statistics are separate fact records.

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2026-10-13

Last content verification

2026-10-13T00:48:21.602761+00:00

Content revision

1375550094

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CC BY-SA 4.0

Author history

UNESCO World Heritage Centre · Samarra Archaeological City

Coverage

Cited background only; see dated evidence capture. Current statistics are separate fact records.

Source publication date

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Source read date

2026-10-13

Last content verification

2026-10-13T00:40:58.900435+00:00

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Unverified

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