Mosque of the Divinity
Mosquée de la Divinité
A white mosque at the foot of seaside cliffs in Ouakam, with twin minarets against the Atlantic, one of Dakar's most photogenic buildings.
The Mosque of the Divinity sits in a bay beside the Ouakam fishing village. Built in the 1990s with funds raised by local worshippers, its white main building and two minarets hug the coastline, with volcanic rock cliffs behind. In the evenings people often play football and surf on the beach in front, and fishing boats are moored along the shore, making a very picturesque scene. Non-Muslims may photograph the exterior, but entry requires permission and appropriate dress. It is about 2 km from the African Renaissance Monument and can be visited on the way.
Opening hours
All day (exterior only)
Nearby sights
- African Renaissance Monument
- Mamelles Lighthouse
- Village des Arts de Dakar
- Pointe des Almadies
- Ngor Island
- Marché HLM
- Yoff & Layène Mausoleum
- Soumbédioune Artisan Village & Fish Market