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Great Mosque of Djenné

1240 CE

World's largest mud-brick building, heart of West African Islamic…

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Mosque in Djenné, Mali

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Landmark · Africa

Great Mosque of Djenné

1240 CE – still standing

World's largest mud-brick building, heart of West African Islamic learning

Standing in 1240 CE

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