Hassan II Mosque, A spiritual marvel by the Atlantic

Sour Jdid, Casablanca
The third largest mosque in the Muslim world
4.5

Introduction

Hassan II Mosque is an Islamic mosque in Morocco, located on the coastline of Casablanca. It was named after the former king, Hassan II, who initiated and funded its construction. Construction began on July 12, 1986, and was completed on August 30, 1993, with a total cost of nearly $600 million. The mosque covers an area of 20,000 square meters, with a width of 100 meters, a length of 200 meters, and a height of 60 meters. The prayer hall and courtyard can accommodate 100,000 worshippers at the same time. The minaret of the mosque reaches a height of 210 meters, making it one of the tallest minarets in the world. The bathing facilities for both men and women can accommodate 1,400 people, making it the third-largest mosque in the world. Additionally, the mosque also houses Islamic schools, a library, lecture halls, and conference facilities.

Must-go rating

Must go
35%
Worth going
55%
Generally
5%
Not worth it
5%

Transportation

55%
Self-driving
There is a parking lot
Free parking
Park by the roadside
5%
Taxi/Uber
40%
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Address
Sour Jdid, Casablanca
Opening hours
1. Regular internal opening hours:
Saturday to Thursday: 9am, 10am, 11am, 2pm
Friday: 9am, 2pm (visit lasts about 60 minutes)
Transportation
Take a taxi or take the No.10 bus and get off at BD Moulay Youssef station. Walk straight north along the street to reach your destination.