Great Mosque of Touba

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by John Crane from Prague, Czech Republic

/ CC BY 2.0

The Great Mosque of Touba in Touba, Senegal, is one of the largest and most significant mosques in West Africa. Built in honor of Sheikh Amadou Bamba, the founder of the Mouride brotherhood, the mosque is a central place of worship and pilgrimage for Mouride Muslims. The mosque's construction began in 1926 and was completed in 1963, showcasing a blend of Islamic and local architectural styles. The Great Mosque features a large central dome, several minarets, and intricate tile work and calligraphy.