The Koutoubia Mosque is the most important mosque in Marrakech,
whose construction was completed in 1158 and at that time it was one of the largest in the Islamic world.
The construction of the mosque was begun in 1141 by the Almohad caliph Abd al Mu-min.
It stands out for its tall minaret (reminiscent of that of the Giralda) and
for its color due to the pink sandstone, typical of the city.
The name means “booksellers’ mosque” and derives from the numerous book stalls that
have surrounded her since her early years.
The minaret of the Koutoubia Mosque is 69 meters high, making the Koutoubia the roof of Marrakech.
The other dimensions are: 60 meters wide by 90 meters long.
As in the rest of the city’s mosques, entry is prohibited to non-Muslims.
At any time of the day you will find many people near the Mosque,
both on the street and in the green gardens that surround it.
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