Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
A mosque in Medina notable as the site where the direction of prayer was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca. What is this called?
- A. Masjid al-Qiblatain ✓
- B. Qutub Minar
- C. Shalimar Gardens, Lahore
- D. Mohammed Ali Mosque
Correct answer
A. Masjid al-Qiblatain
Explanation
'Masjid al-Qiblatain' refers to a mosque in Medina notable as the site where the direction of prayer was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca.