Sacred site · Tunisia
Great Mosque of Kairouan
Tunisian religious building and site of Islamic worship
About Great Mosque of Kairouan
The Great Mosque of Kairouan, also known as the Mosque of Uqba, is a mosque situated in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Kairouan, Tunisia and is one of the largest Islamic monuments in North Africa. Established by the Arab general Uqba ibn Nafi in 50 AH at the founding of the city of Kairouan, the mosque occupies an area of over 9,000 square metres (97,000 sq ft). It is one of the oldest places of worship in the Islamic world, and is a model for all later mosques in the Maghreb. Its perimeter, of about 405 metres (1,329 ft), contains a hypostyle prayer hall, a marble-paved courtyard and a square minaret.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: February – March, May, October – December
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Great Mosque of Kairouan
Where is Great Mosque of Kairouan?
Great Mosque of Kairouan is in Tunisia.
When is the best time to visit Great Mosque of Kairouan?
The most comfortable months to visit Great Mosque of Kairouan are February – March, May, October – December: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Great Mosque of Kairouan?
Yes. The 2-day Tunis plan is about 125 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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