Great Mosque of Asmara, Rationalistische Moschee in Asmara, Eritrea
The Great Mosque of Asmara is a religious building with a striking minaret that has two viewing platforms and balconies, designed in a neoclassical style. Below the minaret sits a loggia divided into three sections that forms the main architectural composition of the building.
An Italian architect designed and built this mosque in 1938 while Asmara was under colonial rule and being developed as a major city. The building reflects the era when European influence shaped the development of Asmara's landmarks.
The Great Mosque is where Muslims in Asmara gather for prayers and community events throughout the week. These regular meetings have made it an important social center for religious life in the city.
The main courtyard with its black stone geometric patterns is open for visitors to explore and photograph, giving a clear view of the building's exterior design. Non-Muslim visitors should dress modestly and be respectful of prayer times when walking around the grounds.
The columns supporting the structure come from Dekemhare travertine while the capitals crowning them are made of Carrara marble imported from Italy. This combination of local and imported materials shows how the building blends resources from different sources into a single design.
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