Al-Noor Mosque 🇩🇴

When you visit Santo Domingo in the National District of the Dominican Republic, you can discover the unique history of the Al-Noor Mosque, known in Spanish as Mezquita Al-Noor. As you explore this notable site, you are stepping into a groundbreaking location, as this building was successfully converted to become the very first mosque in the entire country. The story of its establishment is a fascinating piece of local history for travelers to learn about.

The structure was originally a standard house building before it was officially purchased by the Islamic Circle of the Dominican Republic, or Círculo Islámico de República Dominicana. The organization acquired the residential property for the amount of 2.85 million Dominican pesos (DOP) in order to establish a dedicated place of worship for the local community. When you tour the mosque building complex today, you can observe how the former residence was adapted for its new purpose.

Additionally, as you look around the grounds of the complex, you will find a pharmacy that is conveniently located directly behind the main mosque building itself. It offers a memorable glimpse into the diverse cultural and religious landscape within the heart of the Dominican Republic.

What to see at Al-Noor Mosque

• Located in Santo Domingo, National District
• Known locally in Spanish as Mezquita Al-Noor
• The very first mosque in the Dominican Republic
• Converted from a house purchased for DOP 2.85 million
• Features a pharmacy located directly behind the mosque

Visiting tips

Be sure to check behind the main mosque building during your visit to locate the pharmacy within the complex.

How long: 30-60 minutes · Best time: Daytime

How to get there & what’s nearby

Al-Noor Mosque is easy to reach on Santo Domingo’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Alcázar de Colón and Museo de las Casas Reales. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Santo Domingo travel guide.