Hassan II Mosque
Hassan II Mosque
Hassan II Mosque (Sour Jdid, Casablanca) – this is the second-largest mosque in the world (completed in 1993). Up to 25,000 worshippers can be accommodated inside the mosque, where they pray on a glass floor. This special feature of the mosque allows worshippers to kneel and pray over the sea. A further 80,000 people can fit into the courtyard that surrounds the Hassan Mosque. The Hassan II Mosque has a number of modern features that have been included to provide worshipers with added comforts. This includes heated floors, a roof that slides open so the sky can be seen and electric doors.
There are many mosques in Morocco most of which are closed off to people who are not of the Muslim faith. The Hassan II Mosque differs in that way, allowing visitors of all faiths the opportunity to come in and view the inside of the building.
Tours are available all days, except for Fridays and religious holidays. Tickets are 120 Dhm. (60 Dhm. for students with IDs) and can be purchased at the mosque. Currently, tours are conducted in French, Spanish, English, German and Arabic. Tour Hours: Saturday – Thursday, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am and 2:00pm