Agadir's Grand Mohammed VI Mosque Opens Its Doors to Worshippers

The Great Mosque Mohammed VI of Agadir officially welcomed its first worshippers in an atmosphere of piety and devotion. Built in the heart of the Salam district, this imposing religious edifice bears the name personally bestowed by the Sovereign, who ordered its opening to the public at the beginning of this holy month.

To mark the inauguration, the governor of the Souss‑Massa region, Said Amzazi, accompanied by the regional delegate of the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, joined hundreds of worshippers to perform the Isha prayer and the first Tarawih prayers of Ramadan 2026.

According to responsible sources, the mosque can accommodate more than 3,600 worshippers, men and women combined, and required a total investment of nearly 62.5 million dirhams. Architecturally, the prayer hall for men covers 1,994 m², while a 700 m² space is dedicated to women. The complex also includes an 80 m² ablution facility, an interior courtyard of 548 m², and a minaret rising to 49 metres in height.

Beyond its religious function, the Great Mosque Mohammed VI was envisioned as a true hub of social and cultural life for the Salam district. It includes substantial ancillary facilities, notably a 400 m² Quranic school, a 620 m² library and a 685 m² multipurpose hall, all aimed at promoting the spread of knowledge. The complex is complemented by staff housing for the imam and the muezzin covering 190 m², as well as a 370 m² commercial area, ensuring seamless integration of the building into its urban environment.

Source: Le360