Mosque of Hassan II
Built on reclaimed land within Casablanca, Morocco is the Mosque of Hassan II - the second largest religious monument in the world.
Work started in 1986 to celebrate the 60th Birthday of Morocco’s then king, Hassan II. The most impressive part of this building is easily the world’s tallest minaret at 210m tall. Clearly seen from miles around the minaret is further highlighted by a green laser beam that each night points from the top towards Mecca.
Ground level photos and Wikipedia link
Thanks: Ross Burnett, Frank Castle, gabe & Patrick
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That place is huge! I’ve been to this Mosque. IT Has Front doors that must be fifty feet high. One of the most awe inspiring buildings I have ever visited and I’m not religous.
wow - you didn’t mention that the mosque is sat right on the waters edge! It’s an awesome location.
That really is an awe inspiring building!
It is said to be the only mosque in Morocco that is open to visitors.
Wow, that really is a beautiful building. Between the location and the architecture it really must be a fascinating place to visit. One of these days when I get some free time I’ll have to convince the wife to head over to Morocco and take a look at the sites.
For the cost of $800m? That is some serious money. For a historical national treasure though well worth it.
OK — is anyone else thinking of this song — “Rock the Casbah!”
It should be considered as one of the wonders of the world.
its a greeeeeeeat art of structure