🕌 Grand Mosque of Yamoussoukro
Ivory Coast
About This Sacred Site
The Grand Mosque of Yamoussoukro stands as a symbol of Islamic faith in Ivory Coast's political capital. Built alongside the more famous Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, the mosque represents the country's commitment to interfaith harmony. Yamoussoukro, the hometown of founding President Félix Houphouët-Boigny, was designed as a grand political and spiritual capital. The mosque serves the city's Muslim community and symbolizes the coexistence of Islam and Christianity in Ivorian society.
Key Facts
- •Located in Ivory Coast's political capital alongside the famous Basilica
- •Represents the interfaith harmony that characterizes Ivorian society
- •Yamoussoukro was developed as a grand capital by President Houphouët-Boigny
- •Ivory Coast's population is roughly 40% Muslim
- •The mosque serves as the primary place of Islamic worship in the capital
Location
Coordinates: 6.8167, -5.2833
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