Mosques

Kirkuk, a historic city in northern Iraq, is home to a diverse Muslim community. While the city itself has a significant Muslim population, the current mapped records show a concentration of listed mosques and prayer places in the nearby towns of Chamchamal and Shorsh, located approximately 38–43 km southeast of Kirkuk. These areas, situated along the Sulaimani-Kirkuk road, serve as key hubs for prayer facilities for residents and travelers in the region. The listed mosques are primarily in Chamchamal, with several also in Shorsh, reflecting the implantation of prayer places in these districts.

Among the prominent listed mosques in Chamchamal are Chamchamal Great Masjid (Mzgawti Gawra Mosque), Ali Askari Mosque, Juma Qarawaysi Mosque, and Ashti Masjid. Other notable names include Muhamadi Mosque, Brayati Mosque, and Khalid Ibn Walid Mosque. In Shorsh, listed mosques include Furqan Musque, مزگەوتی مەلا سامان, مزگەوتی مامە ڕیشە, and مزگەوتی مەولەوی Mawlawy Mosque. These mosques are distributed along roads such as Karez Rd, Shorsh Road, and Sulaimani-Kirkuk Rd, making them accessible for worshippers in the area.

For Muslims living in or visiting Kirkuk, the nearest prayer places are located in Chamchamal and Shorsh, with distances ranging from 38 to 43 km from Kirkuk city center. The listed mosques provide essential facilities for daily prayers and community gatherings. While the data does not include specific services or opening hours, the addresses and distances offer a practical starting point for locating these mosques. This mapped coverage highlights the presence of prayer places in the southeastern corridor of Kirkuk Governorate, serving the needs of the local Muslim population.

The listed mosques are based on available mapped records. Distances from Kirkuk city center range from 38 to 43 km. Addresses are provided for most mosques; some may lack full details. Verify opening hours, prayer times, and facilities directly with the mosque. Contact information is not available in the current data.