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Agadez Mosque (French: Mosquée d'Agadez) is a prominent mosque in Agadez, Tchirozerine Department, Niger. It was made of clay and is the tallest mud-brick structure in the world. The Agadez mosque is the most prominent religious center located in the central part of the Republic of the Niger, and has been a place of worship for centuries.
The mosque hosts thousands of Muslims for Friday's prayers. Every year, Muslims travel long distance to visit the mosque for tourism and spiritual purposes.
History
The mosque was built in 1515 at the time when the city was captured by the Songhai Empire. It was restored and some of it was rebuilt in 1844.
This mosque was built by Imam Bakhili, a famous Muslim scholar, who originated from the Algeria region. Legend has it that he built this mosque in a single night between Isha prayer and dawn.
Due to the mosque bearing some resemblance to the construction techniques used in structures around Timbuktu, it is believed that the Tuareg people went there in order to learn the architectural techniques for the construction of the mosque. By using local available materials, which were dried in the sun, the builders created a long-lasting durable structure.
The central shrine in Agadez is accompanied by a minaret which is some 27 meters (89 feet) tall, making it the tallest ever constructed of mud brick. The mosque serves as a compass for the people to get around the city, and at one point of time throughout its history, served as a watchtower.
The mosque is a beacon of the long-running history of the city that has survived the harsh desert environment.
See also
Lists of mosques
List of mosques in Africa
West African Mosques
References
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Agadez Mosque - Wikipedia
Agadez Mosque (French: Mosquée d'Agadez) is a prominent mosque in Agadez, Tchirozerine Department, Niger. [1] It was made of clay and is the tallest mud-brick structure in the world. …
The Grand Mosque of Agadez, the World’s Tallest Mud-Brick …
Nov 28, 2022 · The Grand Mosque of Agadez, located in Niger's fifth largest city, is the tallest mudbrick building anywhere in the world.
Grand Mosque of Agadez - Atlas Obscura
Feb 23, 2024 · The minaret of the Grand Mosque of Agadez is 89 feet tall, the tallest mud-brick structure in the world. Dan Lundberg. Built in 1515 during the reign of the Songhai Empire, this …
In the warming Sahara, this mosque has a blueprint for cool
Jan 17, 2025 · Can a 500-year-old mosque, made almost entirely of mud bricks, offer a way to deal with climate change? In Agadez, a city in the heart of Niger that is often called the …
Grande Mosquée d'Agadez - Tripadvisor
Right in the center of the old town Agadez, the Grande Mosque is not an exceptional monument to visit but, if you happen to be in Agadez it is a must see. Its minaret is entirely made of earth …
#KnowYourAfrica: Agadez Grand Mosque of Niger - CGTN Africa
Jun 15, 2023 · Believed to have been built in the 16 th century, this art master piece made from clay has withstood time to tell the story of Niger’s forefathers as the tallest building ever built in …
Agadez Mosque - Wondermondo
Historical mosque, built from adobe in 1515 and partly rebuilt in 1844. Agadez Mosque contains the tallest adobe structure in the world - 27 m tall minaret.
Agadez Grand Mosque: An Introduction to a Historic Landmark
The Agadez Grand Mosque is a stunning example of traditional Tuareg architecture, located in the city of Agadez in Niger. Built in 1515, the mosque is the largest mud-brick building in the world …
Agadez Big Mosque | Travel Story and Pictures from Niger
Designed and built in 1515, it is the fruit of the Muslim saint Zakarya. Two earlier attempts to build a similar mosque elsewhere had failed, after which Zakarya asked the sultan not to use forced …
Agadez Mosque - Alluring World
The Agadez Mosque, better known as Grande Mosquée d’Agadez, is a prominent religious center that is located in the central area of the largest city from the central part of the Republic of the …