Mosquée de Paris, A Serene Oasis of Multicultural Harmony
2bis Place du Puits de l'Ermite, 5th arrondissement
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Introduction
To commemorate the 100,000 Muslim soldiers who fought for France against Germany in World War I, the Paris Mosque was established in 1926. It is located in the 5th arrondissement of Paris and is one of the largest mosques in France. The mosque features Mudéjar architectural style, with its 33-meter high minaret serving as a charming landmark. President Gaston Doumergue attended the opening ceremony on July 15, 1926, led by Ahmad al-Alawi for the first prayer. The Moroccan King was once a major supporter of the mosque, and in 1957, it was re-designated to Algeria by the French Foreign Minister. During World War II, the Paris Mosque secretly assisted refugees, providing shelter and safe transportation, as well as issuing fake Muslim birth certificates for Jewish children in need. Today, this multicultural mosque has become an important place for French Islam. Address 2bis Place du Puits de l'Ermite, 5th arrondissement
Opening hours Thursday to Tuesday, from 9:00 to 12:00
14:00 to 18:00.
Transportation You can choose to take the subway and get off at Place Monge station.
One of the largest mosques in France
