Hamoudi Mosque
مسجد حمودي
A white mosque built in 1906 with funds from a Yemeni merchant; its minaret is Djibouti City's most distinctive landmark, at the entrance to the African Quarter.
Hamoudi Mosque is Djibouti City's oldest and most famous mosque. Its white walls and slender minaret stand out at the boundary between the old town center and the African Quarter, surrounded by bustling markets. Non-Muslims are generally welcome only to admire it from outside, and please do not disturb worshippers during prayer times. Ask permission before taking photos, and dress modestly. It can be combined with a walking tour of Independence Square and the Central Market.
Opening hours
Exterior visible all day
Nearby sights
- Place du 27 Juin (former Place Menelik)
- Central Market & African Quarter
- DECAN Wildlife Refuge
- Khor Ambado Beach
- Maskali Island
- Moucha Island
- Whale Sharks of the Gulf of Tadjoura (Arta Beach)
- Tadjoura