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Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-Sharif

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The most prominent city landmark, Blue Mosque amazes visitors with its turquoise domes and elegant Persian-style tile work. Sultan Husayn Mirza built the mosque in the 15th century on a spot once occupied by an earlier shrine, and, according to Afghan legend, on the site where Mohamed's son-in-law Ali was buried. The sanctity of the place is measured by thousands of white doves that nest in the lush garden surrounding the mosque. Locals believe that all doves--even those with colored spots--turn white if they stay near the mosque. Another legend has it that Zoroaster also lies buried here. Put Blue Mosque into our Mazar-i-Sharif online vacation planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Mazar-i-Sharif.

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By Jolie R On September 27, 2018

We went of Friday, which I loved because but my photographer friends did not. It was crowded - but the people watching is super! So many different peoples in peace together. We ended up going again Sa... more »
By Mahdi A On July 24, 2018

Great historical place. If you can go at morning pray time, you’ll have the chance to enjoy the atmosphere with less distractions. more »
By Hamza T On June 17, 2018

When we see from outside was looking so beauty when we enter inside was more big and nice ambians fantastic more »

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