Ben Youssef Mosque, Mosque in the Medina of Essaouira, Morocco.
The Ben Youssef Mosque spans 2,000 square meters within the ancient walls of Essaouira, featuring a prominent minaret that rises 66 meters into the sky.
Built in 1773 during Sultan Sidi Mohammed Ibn Abdellah's reign, the mosque represents a significant milestone in the establishment of Essaouira as a major coastal city.
The mosque integrates traditional Moroccan architectural elements, including geometric patterns, detailed tilework, and Islamic calligraphy throughout its prayer halls and courtyards.
Non-Muslim visitors can observe the exterior structure and photograph the minaret from the surrounding streets of the medina at any time during daylight hours.
The mosque maintains its original function as the primary Islamic center in Essaouira while being part of a UNESCO World Heritage site alongside the city ramparts.
Location: Essaouira
Part of: Essaouira Ramparts
Address: G67J+25Q, Av. Oqba Ibn Nafiaa, Essaouira, Morocco Essaouira Essaouira
GPS coordinates: 31.51267,-9.76942
Latest update: March 4, 2025 03:23
The UNESCO-protected Medina of Essaouira displays 18th-century Moroccan architecture. The fortification walls with Portuguese cannons enclose traditional souks, synagogues, and mosques. The fishing port with blue and white boats and the 3-kilometer beach define the maritime cityscape. The palaces, religious sites, and museum preserve the region's cultural heritage.
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