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Ibn Abbas Mosque, Nouakchott

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#4 of 7 in Historic Sites in Mauritania
Religious Site Tourist Spot
Look for some peace and quiet in the yellow-brick Ibn Abbas Mosque. You can observe as people go in to pray or meditate, and you can join in or watch from the sidelines. Ask for permission before you take any photos, and dress appropriately if you plan on entering. To visit Ibn Abbas Mosque on your holiday in Nouakchott, and find out what else Nouakchott has to offer, use our Nouakchott.
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  • By frank1970fpc
    interesting mosque, inside the city, the architecture is quite nice, but it is in a chaotic area of ​​traffic, it is not a great monument, but it can be seen.  more »
  • By Andy W
    I wasn't dressed correctly to enter the mosque but got some great photos of it and the surrounding area. Be discrete when taking photos. Nice area to walk around and take photos. I felt safe and...  more »
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