The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca is one of the largest mosques in the world, featuring the world's second tallest minaret and showcasing the finest Moroccan craftsmanship.
Completed in 1993, the Hassan II Mosque is a monumental tribute to Moroccan architectural heritage and religious devotion. Designed by French architect Michel Pinseau and built by Bouygues, it stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic Ocean, with part of the mosque floor made of glass so worshippers can kneel directly over the sea.
The mosque's minaret soars to 210 meters, topped by a laser that points towards Mecca. The building was a massive national project, employing over 6,000 master craftsmen (maâlems) who worked with wood, marble, granite, plaster, and zellige to create the intricate decorations that cover every surface.
It is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors, serving as a bridge for cultural exchange. The mosque can hold 25,000 worshippers inside and another 80,000 on the outside grounds. It stands as a symbol of modern Morocco—rooted in tradition but reaching for the sky.