History of Masjida Aqsa | Qibla-i-awal
History of Masjida Aqsa Masjid al-Aqsa, located in Jerusalem, is one of the holiest sites in Islam. Its history spans over 3,000 years, with various periods of construction, destruction, and renovation. Here's a brief overview: - Ancient Era (3000 BCE - 638 CE): The site was originally a Canaanite temple, later replaced by a Jewish temple (Solomon's Temple) around 950 BCE. After the Roman destruction in 70 CE, the site remained abandoned for centuries. - Islamic Era (638 - 1099 CE): In 638 CE, Caliph Umar ibn Al-Khattab built a mosque on the site, which was later expanded and renovated by Caliph Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan in 691 CE. This mosque became known as Masjid al-Aqsa. - Crusader Era (1099 - 1187 CE): The Crusaders captured Jerusalem in 1099 CE and converted Masjid al-Aqsa into a church. - Ayyubid Era (1187 - 1250 CE): Saladin recaptured Jerusalem in 1187 CE and restored Masjid al-Aqsa to its original purpose. - Ottoman Era (1517 - 1917 CE): The Ottomans ruled Jerusal