Islam in Paris: visit of the Great Mosque of Paris

The Paris Mosque: harmony between French and Muslim cultures

The Paris Mosque, a majestic edifice inaugurated in 1926, is a jewel of Moorish architecture. Nestling in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, it occupies a central place in the spiritual and cultural life of the French Muslim community.

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Duration: 4 h.

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Entrance to the Mosque of Paris

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Entrance to the Mosque of Paris — The entrance to the mosque is at minaret level. It is 26 metres high. The mosque was inaugurated in 1926. It was erected in recognition and tribute to the Muslim soldiers who fought alongside the French forces in the First World War.

The courtyard of the Mosque

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The courtyard of the Mosque — The architecture of the mosque was largely inspired by the Moorish style, with elements borrowed from Hispano-Moorish art, including horseshoe arches, columns decorated with geometric motifs, carved wooden ceilings and colourful mosaics.

Le Grand Patio

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Le Grand Patio — The Grand Patio is located just before the Prayer Room. For the construction of the Paris Mosque, many North African craftsmen and artists were called upon, bringing cultural authenticity to the building.

The Great Patio and the Minaret

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The Great Patio and the Minaret — Visitors have to pay €3 to enter the Grand Patio. As the mosque is a place of worship, it is of course free for believers. The €3 is for Muslim charities.

The gardens of the Mosque

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The gardens of the Mosque — The beautiful rubs shoulders with the less beautiful in the courtyard. The tour is short, there aren't many rooms open to the public.

The Prayer Room

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The Prayer Room — The Prayer Room is not open to the public and is forbidden to non-Muslims.

The entrance to the cafe restaurant of the Mosque

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The entrance to the cafe restaurant of the Mosque — The mosque also includes a hammam and a café-restaurant. The small terrace at the entrance is very pleasant and encourages you to have a mint tea.

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