- ghana-oldest-mosque-ilmfeed-2. Despite the hot temperatures of the Larabanga area, the mosque stays cool inside due to it being constructed from mud.
- Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an architectural aficionado, or a spiritual seeker, the Larabanga Mosque promises an unforgettable experience.
- A fascinating structure purported to be the oldest in Ghana, the famous mud mosque of Larabanga dates back to the 14th century.
- The Larabanga Mosque was built around 1400 AD by a Arab trader who was passing through the area and saw a dream and was instructed to build the mosque.
- Larabanga Mosque and Mystic Stone – Larabanga is a small town in Western Gonja in Northern Region, 5 miles from Mole National Park.
- Showing signs of Sudanese style in its architecture, Larabanga Mosque is one of the most photographed buildings in Ghana.
- Often referred to as the “Mecca of West Africa,” Larabanga Mosque is not just a place of worship but a symbol of faith, resilience, and cultural identity.
- 1. The Larabanga Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in West Africa, and is believed to have been constructed in the late 14th century.
- The Larabanga Mosque is one of the oldest and most revered historical site in Ghana. Built in the Sudanese architectural style and also known as the “Mecca of...
- I think the mosque is well worth seeing. You don't have to spend the night in Larabanga, a half-hour stopover is enough.