Kutubiyya Mosque

جامع الكتبية

mosque in Marrakesh

#5 in Marrakesh / #15 in Morocco

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The Kutubiyya Mosque, also known as Koutoubia Mosque, is an iconic and historic mosque in Marrakesh, Morocco. Built during the 12th century under the reign of the Almohad Caliph Yaqub al-Mansur, it is renowned for its stunning minaret, which stands at 77 meters (253 feet) high. This minaret, one of the tallest in the Islamic world, is a prime example of Almohad architecture and has inspired the design of several other famous structures, including the Giralda in Seville and the Hassan Tower in Rabat. The mosque gets its name from the Arabic word "kutubiyyin," meaning "booksellers," as it was originally surrounded by a bustling market of book traders.

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