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A New Chapter

Project dossier · Karbala Muqaddasa

The New Sanctuary

600 square metres · Three floors · 45 rooms · 700 metres from the Holy Shrine.

Project scaleThree times larger than the original building
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Current structural progress on the new Hussainiya in Karbala
Field record 01Structure in progress · 2025–26

Building dossier · 600 m²

Three levels. One sacred purpose.

A clear, balanced plan creates 45 rooms of dignified rest, with community spaces that support worship and wellbeing.

Central planFifteen rooms on every level
  1. 03Third FloorRest and accommodation15 rooms
  2. 02Second FloorRest and accommodation15 rooms
  3. 01First FloorReception, rest and accommodation15 rooms
Total sanctuary capacity45 rooms
  • Separate Imambargah for ladies
  • Separate Imambargah for gents
  • Dedicated community dispensary
  • Close access to the Holy Shrine
600 m²Total Area
A generous footprint dedicated to service.
Larger
Three times the size of the original building.
3Floors
Purpose-planned for comfort and capacity.
15Rooms per Floor
A consistent, efficient layout on every level.
45Total Rooms
More space to welcome Zaireen with dignity.
700 mFrom the Shrine
Approximately a ten-minute walk.
2Imambargahs
Separate spaces for ladies and gents.
1Dispensary
Essential care within the Hussainiya.

Documented on site

The sanctuary, phase by phase.

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Foundation concrete work for the new Hussainiya
01 · FoundationA strong beginning beneath the sanctuary
Steel piling work at the Hussainiya construction site
02 · Ground workSteel and structure prepared for what will rise
Retaining walls under construction at the new Hussainiya
03 · StructureThe walls of service taking shape in Karbala

Why It Matters

More room to serve. More dignity in every stay.

  1. 01

    Greater capacityThe renewed building can welcome more Zaireen during the busiest sacred occasions.

  2. 02

    Thoughtful careDedicated worship spaces and a dispensary support both spiritual and practical needs.

  3. 03

    A lasting legacyThe new sanctuary continues a historic service close to the heart of Karbala.

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