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The Great Mosque of Djenné: Timbuktu's Mud-Brick Masterpiece
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the history of the Great Mosque of Djenné, the largest mud-brick building in the world and a masterpiece of Sudano-Sahelian architecture. They trace its origins to the 13th century, its reconstruction under French colonial rule in 1907, and the role of the annual crépissage festival in maintaining the mosque's iconic form. Learn about the legendary figure of Koyam Banna, the influence of the Djenné people, and how this UNESCO World Heritage site has survived floods, political upheaval, and the challenges of modern conservation. Lucas reveals the…
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