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The Great Mosque of Djenné (Arabic: الجامع الكبير في جينيه, romanized: al-Jāmiʻ al-Kabīr fī Jinih) is a large brick or adobe building in the Sudano-Sahelian architectural style. The mosque is located in the city of Djenné, Mali, on the flood plain of the Bani River.
The Great Mosque of Djenné. Discover the history and architecture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 4d Heritage. The Mosque 4d Heritage. The first structure was erected sometime between...
27 kwi 2016 · The Great Mosque of Djenné, a magnificent structure located in the bustling city of Djenné, Mali, is considered to be one of the greatest examples of Sudano-Sahelian architecture. Dating back to 1907, the mosque stands on the flood plain of the Bani River and is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Africa.
Explore one of Africa's most famous buildings, the Great Mosque of Djenné. This sacred place in Mali, Africa is the largest mud and brick structure in the world.
2 sty 2023 · The Great Mosque of Djenné, first constructed in the 13th century, stands more than 50 feet (or 15 metres) high, earning it the title of the largest mud-brick construction in the world and consequently, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore Mali's Great Mosque of Djenné, where adobe architecture reaches skyward, embodying Islamic traditions and community resilience. On this virtual tour meet with local community members as they reveal the mosque's history and the timeless practices safeguarding this earthen wonder.
Over the centuries, the Great Mosque has become the epicenter of the religious and cultural life of Mali, and the community of Djenné. It is also the site of a unique annual festival called the Crépissage de la Grand Mosquée (Plastering of the Great Mosque).
