BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 7. The Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque, which suffered extensive vandalism during nearly 30 years of Armenian occupation, has been restored to its historical glory, Trend reports.
The Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque, designed in the 19th century by architect Karbalai Safikhan Garabaghi, is recognized as the first mosque built in Shusha by the daughter of Ibrahim Khan Govhar Agha.
The Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque is one of the historical and architectural symbols of the city. Shusha historically consisted of 17 upper and lower quarters. The Ashaghi Govhar Agha Mosque was named so because it was located in the lower part of the city. To make the mosque look taller and more attractive, the architect placed minarets on the rear facade.
During the occupation of Shusha, the building and minarets of the mosque were seriously damaged, coming under fire from Armenian armored vehicles, the mosque became a victim of vandalism.