The Tomb of Askia, located in Gao, Mali, is a historically significant architectural masterpiece that dates back to the late 15th century. Constructed by Askia Mohamed, one of the most prominent emperors of the Songhai Empire, the structure serves both as a mausoleum and a symbol of the empire's Islamic influence. The tomb, made primarily of mudbrick, is unique for its pyramidal shape and is accompanied by two flat-roofed mosque buildings and a cemetery.
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