Dakar Grand Mosque, Dakar, Senegal

Dakar Grand Mosque

Dakar, Senegal

The Dakar Grand Mosque is one of the most important religious landmarks in Senegal and a prominent symbol of Islam in the capital city of Dakar.

Located in the historic Médina district, the mosque was inaugurated in 1964 with the participation of King Hassan II of Morocco and Léopold Sédar Senghor, Senegal’s first president. The mosque is renowned for its striking Arab-Andalusian and Moroccan-inspired architecture, featuring a 67-meter-high minaret, elegant mosaics, marble façades, and richly decorated interiors.

Its impressive design makes it one of the most recognizable buildings in Dakar. Beyond being a place of worship, the Dakar Grand Mosque is an important center of religious life, education, and community gatherings. The complex also includes the Islamic Institute of Dakar, making it a significant cultural and spiritual destination for both worshippers and visitors.

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MHH5+74C, Av. Malick Sy, Dakar, Senegal

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