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The Mud Architecture of Timbuktu's Great Mosques
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the architectural marvels of Timbuktu, focusing on the city's iconic mud-brick mosques. They discuss the legendary builder Abu Ishaq al-Sahili, who is credited with designing Djinguereber, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the unique construction techniques that have allowed these structures to endure for centuries. The conversation covers the role of the annual festival of 'crépissage' (replastering), the social organization behind the maintenance of the mosques, and the challenges they face today, including climate…
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