THE NORTHEAST MINARET OF THE MOSQUE

There are two minarets, one located in the northeast and the other in the northwest. The minarets built during the first Saudi expansion feature specific characteristics: each has a depth of 17 meters, a height of 70 meters, and consists of four distinct levels.

The first level at the base is square-shaped; it extends above the roofline of the mosque and ends with balustrades supporting a square terrace.

The second level takes an octagonal shape, decorated with moldings that end in triangular patterns, and concludes with balustrades topped by a terrace.

The third level is circular and has the same height as the previous one. It is adorned with colored ornaments and also ends with balustrades supporting a circular terrace.

Finally, the fourth level, called the Jawsaq, is slightly elevated. It is topped by a fifth element in the shape of a faceted helmet, which ends in a conical structure crowned by a bulbous dome. This final section is also surrounded by balustrades and a terrace.

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