Djenné mud mosque
Djenné is a historic city, founded in the 9th century, which developed mainly from the 12th century onwards. The city was used as a transshipment for ivory, gold, slaves, wool and kolanoten that were transported from the south to the north. An important city, also for Islam by its completely deconstructed Grand Mosque, the prototype of the Sudanese building style. The city is located on an island in the River Bani and from afar you can see the towers of the Grand Mosque protruding above the city. Djenné, like Timbuktu, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is also known as the most beautiful city in West Africa. It's best to explore the city on foot, possibly accompanied by a local guide. You can pay a 'visit' to Tapama Djenepo (a Bozo girl who was buried alive to save the city from a flood). In addition, Djenné offers many special and diverse architectural styles, you can view the old Moroccan palace, wander around the colourful market near the mosque, or visit one of the many Koranic schools that the city is rich in. Nowhere can you find so many Koranic scholars together!