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Thursday, 10 November 2011

Complexe Culturel Al-Zahraa


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Complexe Culturel Al-Zahraa

If St Paul’s Cathedral depicts presence of Christian majority, Complexe Culturel Al-Zahraa located in Marcory  depicts Muslims in Abidjan. It is marvelous piece of architecture. The structure seems to be highly influenced by Art of Middle East rather than being traditional Cote D’Ivoiran one. 

The Complex is financed by Lebanese Community of Abidjan probably reason for its Middle Eastern touch. Its golden dome sparkles in sunlight making it a landmark within the city.


Interior of the Mosque
Inside the complex at ground floor there is a Mosque where Men and Women have separate compartments to offer their prayers. 





Interior is fabulously decorated in consonance with religious zeal. A shop of souvenirs is also located inside the complex along with the office of the administrator.

5 comments:

  1. A very good job indeed....
    The Mosque is one of the finest ones that I have ever seen...

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  2. The Design of The Mosque Is Just Marvellous Particularly The Interior Is Fabulous.......! Its Good To have The Study Of Cultures.....! U Should Have Studied Anthropology.......! :)

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  3. It Seems To Be Highly Influenced By The Turkish And Italian Architecture.....! But Whatever The Inspiration IS.....! The Material And The Design Are Highly Sophisticated..! And A Piece Of Architecture To Behold......!

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  4. Beutiful mosque and nicely captured

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  5. SAQIB-WELL DONE FOR YOUR EXCELLENT EFFORT. ARCHITECTURAL OF AL-ZAHURA MOSQUE AND SAINT PAUL CATHEDRAL IS FANTABLIOUS. INTERIOR OF MOSQUE IS BALANCE AND IMPRESSIVE.
    DO POST SUCH BUILDINGS AND ROAD SIDE PLANTATIONS AND LANDSCAPE FEATURES
    JAVED HASHMI

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