🕌 Grand Mosque of Conakry
Guinea
About This Sacred Site
The Grand Mosque of Conakry (Faisal Mosque) is the largest mosque in West Africa, a striking modern structure that dominates the skyline of Guinea's capital. Built with Saudi Arabian funding in the 1980s, the mosque can accommodate up to 10,000 worshippers. Guinea is a predominantly Muslim nation, and the Grand Mosque serves as the focal point for national Islamic celebrations, Friday prayers, and religious education. The mosque's enormous prayer hall, towering minarets, and marble-clad interior reflect the ambition of creating a landmark worthy of Guinea's deep Islamic traditions.
Key Facts
- •Largest mosque in West Africa, accommodating up to 10,000 worshippers
- •Built with Saudi Arabian funding and completed in the 1980s
- •Also known as the Faisal Mosque, named after King Faisal of Saudi Arabia
- •Guinea's population is approximately 85% Muslim
- •Features towering minarets and a marble-clad interior
Location
Coordinates: 9.5092, -13.7122
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