Great Mosque of Kano
Type Of People Who Visit
Islamic faithfuls, Scholars, Historians
Historical Incidence
["It was partially destroyed in the 1950's, and rebuilt with British sponsorship","It was the site of a bomb attack on November 8, 2014 where scores of people were killed during a Friday Jummah prayer."]
Nice Things About Place
The _soro_ (or tower) style architecture can be seen for miles around with its eye-catching green dome reflecting the sun in the evenings
Notable As
as one of the oldest mosques in the country, having existed for close to 500 years
Things To Do
["Pray at the Mosque"]
Time Rebuilt
the 19th Century
Ways Of Travel
Car, Public transport
Reason For Loving Place
This place is an ideal destination for Islamic faithfuls who would like to take part in the ancient history of Islam in the country
Nice Things About Place
The _soro_ (or tower) style architecture can be seen for miles around with its eye-catching green dome reflecting the sun in the evenings
What To Bring
["A camera","A hat and sunscreen"]
