It is traditionally associated with the night journey of the prophet muhammad, an event that is central to islamic belief and spirituality. The area includes the qibli mosque of al aqsa, the mosque of the dome of the rock, all of the buildings, walls, courtyards, and environs above and beneath the ground It also includes waqf properties connected to al masjid al aqsa and its pilgrims. As the third holiest site in islam, it continues to serve as a crucial center for worship, education, and cultural preservation.
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