Cem Mosque

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. The Äcem Mosque also spelled Äcimev's, Azimov's, Azim, Ajim, Ajem or Azimovskaya Mosque is a prominent cathedral mosque in Kazan, Tatarstan, Russia.Its constructing was donated by Mortaza Äcimev and realized in 1887-1890. The architect is unknown. The architectural style is national romance eclecticism. The mosque has a 51-meters height minaret near the door, two halls, it is one-storied. The interior is designed in the medieval Oriental traditions. In 1930-1992 the mosque was out of use due to the Soviet authorities. In 1990-1992 it was under restoration and in 1992 it was returned to the believers.