Rahba Kedima in Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco — Africa (Northern Africa)
Al-Mouassine Mosque or Al-Chorafa Mosque
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 28, 2024
1. Al-Mouassine Mosque or Al-Chorafa Mosque Marker
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مسجد المواسين أو جامع الشرفاء سجد الموالين أو جامع الشرفاء بشرين متر (1970 و 980ها من طرف مولاي عبد الله يتواجد بحي المواسين حيث السقاية العتيقة قريب من دار الباشا وأسواق المدينة العتيقة (موق اللبادين والصباغين والمصارين والحدادين وغيرها... ويتميز مسجد المؤامين بتصميمه المغربي الجميل والغريم بمعمارة التقليدي المتميز بزخارفة الجميلة بالألوان الزاهية
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Mosquée Al-Mouassine ou Mosquée Al-Chorafa
La mosquée Al-Mouassine ou mosquée Al-chorafa, a été construite entre les années (970 AH et 980 AH) par Moulay Abdellah. Elle est située dans le quartier Al-Mouassine, od Tancienne fontaine d'eau se trouve. elle est proche de Dar Al-Basha et des souks de la vieille ville. (Souk Al-Labbadin, Al-Sabbaghin, Al-Attarin, Al-Haddadin, etc...) La mosquée Al-Mouassine se caractérise par son design Marocain magnifique qui se compose d'une architecture traditionnelle speciale, caractérisée par des belles décorations aux couleurs vives.
Al-Mouassine Mosque or Al-Chorafa Mosque
Al-Mouassine Mosque, also known as Al-chorafa Mosque, built between the years (970 AH and 980 AH) by Moulay Abdellah, it is located in the Al-Mouassine neighborhood, where the antique water fountain stands. It is close to Dar Al-Basha and the souks (traditional market) of the old city. (Souk Al-Labbadin, Al-Sabbaghin, Al-Attarin, Al-Haddadin, etc..) Al-Mouassine Mosque is characterized by its beautiful and unique Moroccan design with its traditional architecture characterized by beautiful decorations and bright colors.
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Location. 31° 37.756′ N, 7° 59.369′ W. Marker is in Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi. It is in Rahba Kedima. It can be reached from Rue Fehl Chidmi, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi 40000, Morocco. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Africa, North Africa, The Maghreb, and in a coastal Mediterranean country. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Byzantine Empire, Portuguese colonies, a Spanish colony, a French colony, and the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mouassine Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Water Distribution Point (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); Riad Al-Krissi (The Secret Garden) (about 150 meters away); Octagonal Basin (about 150 meters away); Water from the Atlas Mountains (about 180 meters away); Communicating Vessels (about 180 meters away); Marble Fountain (Khossa) (about 210 meters
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 28, 2024
2. Al-Mouassine Mosque or Al-Chorafa Mosque Marker
The marker is near a western entrance into the mosque which is not opened normally.
Also see . . . Mouassine Mosque at Wikipedia. (Submitted on June 30, 2024.)
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, May 28, 2024
3. An additional entrance to the Al-Mouassine Mosque
This additional entrance is further to the south along the mosque's western perimeter.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 30, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 30, 2024, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 173 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 30, 2024, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
