Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project for Developing Historical Mosques has listed several mosques in Jazan to be included in the second phase of the renovation scheme that accord them with the architectural style and heritage of the region. Jazan mosques are known for their unique characteristics that add heritage values to their religious importance, which make a connection between their past and present that witnesses an exceptional renovation by the project. Among top Jazan mosques is Al-Najdi Mosque, located in Al-Sulb neighborhood in the center of Farasan Island. It was built in 1334 Hijri by Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Tamimi, known as Al-Najdi, who belongs to Houtat Bani Tamim and used to travel a lot to India. Al-Najdi Mosque was built over a period of 13 years. The materials, paint and inscriptions to construct the mosque were brought from India and was constructed by architects from Yemen. The post-renovation area of the mosque will spread over 609.15 square meters and its capacity will increase from 245 to 248 worshippers. The project will also target developing Al-Abasah Mosque, which used to be a beacon for science and a school to teach reading, writing, and the Holy Qur'an. The mosque is located on the King Faisal Road to the southeast of Al-Nassim neighborhood in Abu Areish Governorate and is 35 kilometers to the east of Jazan City. The mosque is known as Al-Sharif Abu Taleb Mosque, and it dates back to 1262 Hijri, according to a sign hanged on the top of its mihrab. The mosque went through several renovations and expansions, most importantly in 1419 and 1424 Hijri. The last renovation made by local community members was in 1436 Hijri. The post-renovation area of the mosque will stand at 435.38 square meters with a capacity of 165 worshippers. Prince Mohammed bin Salman project to develop historical mosques aims to rehabilitate and restore 130 historical mosques in various regions of the Kingdom and to highlight their civilizational and cultural dimensions by preserving their original characteristics. The second phase of the historical mosques development project includes 30 historical mosques distributed over all 13 regions of Saudi Arabia — six mosques in Riyadh region, five mosques in Makkah region, four mosques in Madinah region, three mosques in Asir region and two mosques in each of Eastern region, Al-Jawf and Jazan, and one mosque in each in the Northern Borders, Tabuk, Baha, Najran, Hail and Qassim. — SPA
