Dakar Grand Mosque, Religious monument in Médina, Senegal
The mosque features white geometric patterns adorning its walls, while its minaret reaches a height of 67 meters above Allée Pape Gueye Fall.
French and Moroccan architects completed the construction of the Dakar Grand Mosque in 1964, marking a period of Islamic architectural development in West Africa.
The Islamic Institute of Dakar, established within the mosque complex, functions as a center for religious education and research under Senegal's Ministry of Education.
Non-Muslim visitors can observe the exterior architecture and decorative elements of the mosque from Allée Pape Gueye Fall throughout the day.
The mosque's lightning rod was welded by Momar Ndiaye, a local Senegalese craftsman, incorporating regional expertise into the building's safety features.
Location: Dakar
Inception: 1964
GPS coordinates: 14.67778,-17.44222
Latest update: March 6, 2025 04:20
Dakar brings together various sites between historical heritage and the Atlantic Ocean. The Senegalese capital features several monuments such as the African Memorial Cathedral of 1929 and the African Renaissance Monument, 52 meters tall. The Théodore Monod Museum of African Art displays 9,000 artifacts from West African cultures, while Gorée Island hosts the Slave House documenting the Atlantic slave trade. Traditional markets like Kermel and Tilène offer fish, spices, and crafts in buildings dating from the early 20th century. The coast offers several points of interest along the 13-kilometer-long Corniche. Pointe des Almadies marks the western tip of the African continent with its rock formations facing the Atlantic and seafood restaurants. Hann Park spans 60 hectares with West African flora and fauna. Between colonial architecture, natural spaces, and cultural institutions, the city presents various locations to explore the history and culture of Senegal.
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