Ministry of Culture: Armenians destroy Haji Alakbar mosque in Fuzuli

Haji Alakbar Mosque in Fuzuli city is one of the first works of Karbalayi Safikhan Garabaghi, the Ministry of Culture told Report.

A stone inscription bearing the words "This is the Architect Karbalayi Safikhan Garabaghi's work" was found at the entrance door.

The date of construction of the Mosque – the year 1307 Hegira calendar was also noted on inscription. This date equals 1889-1890 AD.

During the Fuzuli city's occupation by the Armenian Armed Forces in August 1993, Haji Alakbar Mosque was rendered useless.