Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque, Religious institution in the Medina of Fez, Morocco.
The rectangular prayer hall contains hundreds of columns forming multiple naves, with a central fountain in the marble-tiled courtyard.
Fatima Al-Fihri initiated the construction of this mosque in 857, using her inheritance to create an educational center for the community.
The mosque maintains its role as the principal religious institution in Morocco, supervising Islamic celebrations throughout the country.
Non-Muslim visitors can observe the architectural details from designated areas outside, while Muslims may enter during non-prayer times.
The prayer hall accommodates 22,000 worshippers, making it the largest mosque in Africa with continuous educational activities since the ninth century.
Location: Fez
Inception: 857
Part of: Medina of Fez
GPS coordinates: 34.06500,-4.97361
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:58
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