Sidna Ali Mosque
Mosque Medieval coastal mosque and local pilgrimage site
On Israel’s central coast, the Sidna Ali Mosque sits by a coastal cemetery and archaeological remains; visitors explore the Ottoman-era mosque complex and nearby beach access near Herzliya.
Sidna Ali Mosque is a medieval coastal mosque and shrine complex located near the modern Herzliya area on Israel’s central Mediterranean coast. The site includes a sanctuary traditionally associated with a local saint known as Sidna Ali and a surrounding burial ground.
Architecturally the complex survives in partial ruin with visible masonry and tomb enclosures; it functioned historically as a local pilgrimage and prayer site as well as a community mosque. The position on a small coastal rise makes the complex readily visible from the nearby shore and adjacent coastal roads.
The mosque stands in the coastal plain of central Israel, north of Tel Aviv within the Tel Aviv District, close to contemporary Herzliya and its beaches.
- Coastal setting: Located on a low coastal hill just north of the modern Herzliya shoreline and accompanied by a cemetery and small shrine complex.
How to Get to Sidna Ali Mosque #
Sidna Ali Mosque lies on the coastal strip in the Tel Aviv/Herzliya area on Israel’s Mediterranean coast. By car it is reached directly from Highway 2 (the Coastal Road) with nearby roadside parking; the site is a short walk from the coastal promenade. From Herzliya railway station (a few kilometres away) local buses or a short taxi ride will bring you closer and then it’s a brief walk to the mosque and adjacent ruins.
Best Time to Visit Sidna Ali Mosque #
Best visited in the cooler months from October to April for comfortable coastal conditions and easier access, while avoiding Friday prayer times and major Islamic holidays if you want a quieter visit.
Weather & Climate near Sidna Ali Mosque #
Sidna Ali Mosque's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (548 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
