Great Mosque of Algiers

Modern mosque in Algiers, Algeria, blending Islamic and contemporary design.

Overview

Completed in 2020, designed by KSP Jürgen Engel, it is one of the largest mosques globally.

Design Features

Features a towering minaret, concrete structure, and intricate tilework.

Architectural Connections

• North African: Algerian context.
• Religious: Islamic mosque.
• Contemporary: 21st-century design.

Influence and Legacy

Represents modern Islamic architecture, influencing regional religious design.

Related Architects & Works

Hassan Fathy (related architect), Hassan II Mosque (related building), Minaret (element), Contemporary (period)