Saturday 16 August 2014

Long-neglected Gaza heritage wilts in war

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Long-neglected Gaza heritage wilts in war
Gaza City, Palestinian Territories (AFP) Aug 14, 2014 - The Israeli missile tore through the vaulted ceiling and pulverised age-old sandstone. One direct hit destroyed the Omari mosque in Jabaliya and dealt another blow to Gaza's beleaguered heritage. The site is believed to have housed a mosque since the seventh century and parts of the Omari were said to date back to the 14th century. A modern building was added several years ago, but the O ... more


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