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 at a Glance#
Address: Sidna Ali (ruined mosque / burial site) at Sidna Ali Beach, north of Herzliya, Tel Aviv District, Israel
Admission: Free (ruins/shoreline).
About Sidna Ali Mosque#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 140 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.4 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 57 mm | some cloud | 70% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 13° - 23° | 18° | 17 mm | some cloud | 65% | 3.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 28° | 24° | 0 mm | clear | 62% | 4.1 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 30° | 26° | 0 mm | clear | 63% | 4.0 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 30° | 27° | 0 mm | clear | 65% | 3.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 1 mm | clear | 65% | 3.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 14° - 24° | 19° | 84 mm | some cloud | 64% | 3.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 138 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 9.9h |
