Emir Abdelkader Mosque

The Emir Abdelkader Mosque in Constantine is a large structure with two tall minarets and a central dome constructed from marble and granite. The complex features separate prayer halls for men and women with a combined capacity for 15,000 worshippers.

The project started as an idea in 1968 and eventually evolved into a complex that combines religious worship with Islamic education. It opened to the public in 1994.

The mosque honors a 19th-century resistance leader whose name it carries and serves as a gathering place for both prayer and education. Visitors can see how the space brings together community members from across the region for spiritual and intellectual purposes.

The complex covers a large area, so allow time to explore the different sections. The layout is organized in a way that makes it easy to navigate between the prayer halls and other facilities.

The mihrab, a niche in the main prayer hall, is carved from a single block of marble and showcases skilled craftsmanship. This architectural detail is something visitors often notice and appreciate on closer inspection.

Location: Constantine

Inception: 1994

Official opening: October 31, 1994

Architectural style: Islamic architecture, Moorish architecture

Capacity: 15000

GPS coordinates: 36.34667,6.60306

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41