Mosque of Sidi Yusuf
A beautiful Ottoman-era mosque in the Tunis medina, known for its distinctive octagonal minaret — a rare feature in North African mosque architecture.
📍 Rue des Libraires, Medina, Tunis
🏛️ Est. 1616
🕌 Jummah: 12:30 PM
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History of Mosque of Sidi Yusuf
The Mosque of Sidi Yusuf was built in 1616 during the Ottoman period by Yusuf Dey, the Ottoman regent of Tunis. Its octagonal minaret is a unique feature in the Maghreb, reflecting Turkish architectural influence in an otherwise Andalusian-Maghrebi landscape. The mosque is one of the most beautiful in the Tunis medina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mosque of Sidi Yusuf located? ▾
Mosque of Sidi Yusuf is located at Rue des Libraires, Medina, Tunis.
What time is Jummah prayer at Mosque of Sidi Yusuf? ▾
Jummah (Friday) prayers at Mosque of Sidi Yusuf are held at 12:30 PM. Times may change occasionally — it is recommended to confirm directly with the mosque.
What are the daily prayer times near Mosque of Sidi Yusuf? ▾
Daily prayer times near Mosque of Sidi Yusuf follow the Tunis schedule. You can see today's live Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha times in the panel above, which are calculated for Tunis, Tunisia.
What is distinctive about the Mosque of Sidi Yusuf? ▾
Its octagonal minaret is unusual for North Africa — it reflects Turkish Ottoman architectural influence and is one of only a few in the Maghreb region.
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