Great Mosque of Kairouan
Founded in 670, this ancient mosque in Kairouan, Tunisia, is the oldest Muslim place of worship in Africa and the Muslim West, showcasing mixed architectural influences.

šŸ“œ Oldest Muslim place of worship in Africa, founded in 670. šŸ” Considered the fourth holiest site in Islam after Mecca, Medina, and Jerusalem.

Why Go

šŸ•Œ Explore a magnificent structure with over a millennia of history
āœØ Admire mixed influences of pre-Islamic, Roman, and Byzantine architecture
šŸ“ø See the towering, three-story minaret, aglow with lights at night
šŸš¶ Wander through a decorated flagstone courtyard and a prayer room with carved columns
šŸ–¼ļø View the finely decorated mihrab and oldest surviving minbar

Why Avoid

šŸš« Non-Muslims are not permitted inside the prayer room.

Tips

šŸ‘€ Non-Muslims can look inside the prayer room from the door.
ā° Opening hours are 8am-2pm Saturday-Thursday, and 8am-noon on Friday.

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