Mosquée El Hadji Oumar Kane, Religious complex in Commune de Dakar-Plateau, Senegal.
Description
Mosquée El Hadji Oumar Kane is a prayer complex in Dakar-Plateau with a large central prayer hall, high ceilings, and several minarets. Patterned windows allow natural light to enter the interior spaces and illuminate the prayer areas.
History
Construction of the mosque began in the early 2000s, reshaping Dakar's religious landscape. Its inauguration took place in 2020, adding an important new prayer space to the city's infrastructure.
Culture
The mosque serves as a central meeting place for the Muslim community in Dakar, where people gather for prayers and celebrate important occasions during Ramadan and other religious festivals. Daily worship and community rituals unfold within its walls.
Practical
The main entrance on the eastern side provides areas for shoe storage and ablution facilities for ritual washing before prayer. Visitors should dress appropriately and respect the guidelines for respectful behavior.
Did you know?
The building blends local Senegalese construction materials with traditional Islamic architectural features into a singular design. This fusion reflects regional identity within the religious space.
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