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Juma Mosque

One of the oldest mosques in Russia and the former USSR, dating to 733 AD. The ancient plane trees in the courtyard are over 800 years old. Active mosque - Russia's oldest continuously operating. Part of UNESCO World Heritage site.

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 1, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum0.5 hours
Recommended0.5 hours
Maximum1 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

Crowd Level

Moderate — comfortable

How to Get There

Located in historic center of Derbent, in Old Town (Magaly). Buses 1, 2, 3, 4 from bus station to 'Old Town' or 'Fortress' stop, then 5 min walk. 8th century mosque — one of oldest in Russia. Near Naryn-Kala fortress. Free entry, observe dress code.

Best Photo Spot

Russia's oldest mosque — courtyard with plane trees. Prayer hall. Entrance from narrow magal streets.

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 1, 2026
Monday08:00 — 20:00
Tuesday08:00 — 20:00
Wednesday08:00 — 20:00
Thursday08:00 — 20:00
Friday08:00 — 20:00
Saturday08:00 — 20:00
Sunday08:00 — 20:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Partially accessible

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Juma Mosque

Dating to 733 AD. Active mosque - observe dress code. 800-year-old plane trees in courtyard. Free entry. One of Russia's oldest mosques.

Russia's oldest mosque - courtyard with plane trees. Prayer hall. Entrance from narrow magal streets.

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