Hassan II Mosque Casablanca

Casablanca is a prominent city in Morocco. The Muslims cover the major part of its total popularity. So, it is evident that there are many beautiful mosques in the city. The striking looks of these mosques attract a large number of tourists in this city from various corners of the world. However, the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca is perhaps the most beautiful among all of them. Make sure to visit this mosque while touring in Casablanca.

The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca ranks second in size, while the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca claims to be the world's largest mosque. Records say that French architect, Michel Pinseau designed the mosque. The constructions of the mosque started in he year 1980 and it was the order of the king Hassan II. It is a hige mosque covering almost 22.24 acres. However, a great portion of the Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca is built on the water of the ocean. There is a saying that the mosque reflects a line of Qur'an, "the throne of God was built on the water".

The ground floor of the mosque is totally made of glass and from all sides the water of the ocean can be seen. When the people kneel down to worship, they feel that as if they are sitting directly on the surface of the water. The building of the most is a great architectural example. However, the mosque reflects great influence of the Mooring architecture. The interior of the mosque holds a koranic school, a library, Turkish bath arrangements and also huge conference rooms.