Try the Web App

Dar Al-Arqam

Discover cities like never before.

Enjoy over self-guided city exploration with our app ‘Explory’. Learn all about the history and discover hidden more than 500.000 hidden gems, that only locals know about. Build custom tours, find nearby places, and start exploring instantly.

Try the Web App

Whispers of faith echo within these walls. Here stands Dar Al-Arqam, a testament to transformation and community. Dar Al-Arqam isn’t just a mosque. It’s a story etched in stone and spirit. Originally Lauriston Church, designed in 1859 by Archibald Scott, the building served the United Presbyterian Church. The Gothic architecture whispers tales of a different era. Imagine the hymns that once filled the air. Fast forward to 1980, the Muslim community purchased the then-disused church. Dar Al-Arqam served primarily as a social club. Tragedy struck with a devastating fire. Yet, like a phoenix from the ashes, it reopened as a mosque in 2012. The name, Dar Al-Arqam, holds deep meaning. It honors the first building used by Prophet Muhammad’s early community in Mecca as a place of learning. Dar Al-Arqam in Edinburgh carries on this tradition of community and teaching. Inside, the original beauty of the church harmonizes with its new purpose. It’s a fascinating blend of history and faith. Visitors can witness this unique transformation. They can learn about how a mosque functions and the rich history it embodies. Dar Al-Arqam is located at 59 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh, EH3 9HY. You can reach them at +44 131 563 8246 or connect through their Facebook page. Dar Al-Arqam stands as a symbol of resilience, a place where the past embraces the present, and whispers of faith continue to resonate.

Learning about Dar Al-Arqam in Edinburgh is only the beginning of your adventure. Explory helps you go further with a powerful digital guide that transforms every walk into an experience. Using our intuitive city guide, you can easily connect stories with locations, creating your own city tour while enjoying Edinburgh at your own rhythm. Explory’s goal is to make your trip unforgettable. Our guide combines storytelling with orientation, giving you the chance to uncover the rich layers of Edinburgh. Thanks to the integrated audio guide, you can listen to fascinating narratives while exploring the streets. Beyond the well-known attractions, Explory highlights hidden gems and secret corners that make the city truly unique. With the city guide, you’ll gain insights and flexibility. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a regular traveler, the app offers exploration on your terms. Each curated city tour blends local culture, history, and atmosphere into one seamless experience. The emphasis on exploration ensures you won’t just see Edinburgh, but actually connect with it. And because our content reveals hidden gems, you’ll always discover something new. Expand your journey by downloading the Explory App. Explore over 300 cities and more than 500,000 POIs and stories, all accessible from your phone. Whether you need a trusted guide, a flexible audio guide, or a structured city tour, Explory offers everything in one place. Start your adventure today and explore Edinburgh like never before with Explory.

More Places in Edinburgh

Yeusefiya Cemetery

Were these once vibrant lives, now commemorated beneath our feet? We stand before the Yeusefiya Cemetery, a place where history

Explore

耿辛庄桥

Across the Jiuduhe River stands the majestic Luoshen Bridge. Its elegant arches whisper tales of emperors and dynasties. Luoshen Bridge

Explore

Zion Baptist Church

Founded in 1882 Zion Baptist Church stands proudly in Philadelphia. It’s a testament to faith resilience and community. This wasn’t

Explore

Boat house

The clean lines and simple elegance of the Bauhaus movement are all around us here in Tel Aviv. And yet,

Explore