Mosques • Mazari Sharif

Mazari Sharif, the capital of Balkh province in northern Afghanistan, is a city with a strong Islamic heritage. Based on available mapped records, there are over 20 listed mosques and prayer rooms within a 50 km radius of the city center. The majority of these are located within Mazari Sharif itself, with a few in the historic city of Balkh, approximately 20 km away. This network of prayer places supports the daily religious needs of Muslims living in or visiting the area.

Within Mazari Sharif, the listed prayer places are spread across various sectors. Notable mosques include Khala Gul Masjid (0.6 km from center), Ettefaq Mosque (0.9 km), and مسجد جامع کارته باختر (1.1 km). Other prominent names include Afghan Turk Boys High School Mosque, مسجد جامع میرزا محمد هاشم, Mula Jumma Shah Mosque, and مسجد جامع و خانقاه حضرت خلیفه صاحب دارالامان, all within 1.6 km. Further out, مسجد ابن المسعود رحمه الله (2.2 km), مسجد جامع حضرت علی (رض) (2.3 km), مسجد مهدیه (2.9 km), and Imam Bukhari Mosque (2.9 km) serve other neighborhoods. The city also has mosques in more distant areas such as مسجد مدینه منوره ترکمنیه (3.6 km), مسجد حضرت علی ابن ابی طالب (4 km), and مسجد جامع ابراهیم خلیل الله شیرآباد ترکمنیه (4.3 km), extending coverage to the outskirts.

In the nearby city of Balkh, two significant mosques are listed: the historic Green Mosque (19.8 km) and مسجد امام اعظم "رح" (19.1 km). These provide additional options for those traveling between the two cities. The concentration of prayer places in Mazari Sharif reflects the city's role as a regional hub for Muslims, offering convenient access for residents, workers, students, and travelers. The listings are based on available mapped records, and users are encouraged to verify details directly with the mosques.

Check the address and distance of each mosque from your location before visiting. Many mosques in Mazari Sharif are within a few kilometers of the city center. Contact information such as phone numbers or websites may not be available for all listings; verify directly with the mosque for prayer times and services.