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The Great Mosque of Djenne: A Living Monument
This episode of Fexingo History explores the Great Mosque of Djenne, the largest mud-brick building in the world and a symbol of Songhai's architectural and religious heritage. Lucas and Luna discuss its origins, how it was rebuilt in 1907 under French rule, and the annual crépissage festival where the community replasters the mosque with banco. They examine the controversy surrounding the French reconstruction, which may have deviated from the original design, and the mosque's role in Djenne's identity today. Delving into the legendary founding by King Koyamboro, the Islamic…
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