| Al-Falah Mosque | |
|---|---|
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Location | |
| Location | Belize City, Belize |
  Shown within Belize | |
| Geographic coordinates | 17°29′20.6″N88°12′01.6″W / 17.489056°N 88.200444°W Coordinates: 17°29′20.6″N88°12′01.6″W / 17.489056°N 88.200444°W |
| Architecture | |
| Type | mosque |
| Date established | 16 May 2008 |
| Construction cost | US$500,000 |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 300 worshipers |
| Site area | 1,115 m2 |
The Al-Falah Mosque is a mosque in Belize City, Belize.
The mosque was officially opened on 16 May 2008 in a ceremony attended by Chief Justice Abdulai Conteh. It was constructed with a cost around US$500,000. [1]
The mosque is made of bricks. The site of the building covers an area of 1,115 m2 and can accommodate up to 300 worshipers. It also includes meeting rooms, library, kitchen, accommodation, boardroom and classroom. [1]
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