Friday, April 15, 2011

The Great Mosque of Djenné

The Great Mosque of Djenné - The Largest Mud Brick Building in the World:
The Great Mosque of Djenné is the largest mud brick building in the world. The mosque is located in the city of Djenné in Mali on the flood plain of the Bani River. It is one of the most famous landmarks in Africa. Along with the 'Old Towns of Djenné' it was dubbed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988.



The date of construction of the first mosque in Djenné is unknown but dates as early as 1200 and as late as 1330 have been suggested. More images and info after the break...
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