hassan_II_mosque

casablanca, morocco

The Hassan II Mosque, located in Casablanca, Morocco, is one of the largest and most stunning mosques in the world. Completed in 1993, it features a 210-meter (689-foot) minaret, making it the tallest minaret globally, and its prayer hall can accommodate 25,000 worshippers, with an additional 80,000 in the courtyard. Built partly over the Atlantic Ocean, the mosque boasts exquisite Moroccan craftsmanship, including intricate mosaics, marble floors, and a retractable roof. It is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors, with guided tours available daily for around 130 MAD (~$13 USD). The best time to visit is in the morning or late afternoon, and the mosque is easily accessible from Casablanca’s city center.