The Great Mosque of Djenné-The biggest building in the world, constructed from ... mud!

The Great Mosque Djenné is the largest building in the world, built entirely of mud! The mosque is located in the city of Djenne in Mali is one of the most famous sights in Africa and since 1988 a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Its construction between 1200 AD and 1330  covering a total area of ​​5,625 sq.m. The entire building is made of mud, called «ferey» and contains the composition of mortar covered with plaster, which gives to the building a smooth appearance. The thickness of the walls varies according with height, with the lowest levels to be more "thick" because they support the weight of the building.

Pieces of wood incorporated in the mud to reduce the cracks in the walls, caused by frequent changes in humidity and temperature that prevail in the region. The walls absorb the day sunlight and heat. A result in the evening prevails internally lot of heat, which lasts all night.

Drainpipes made ​​of ceramic tubes, are at the ceiling, resulting in immediate removal the water from the roof. Furthermore, the roof supported by 90 wooden pillars, while the airways that are across the surface to allow warm air to enter to the building but also to properly ventilate the interior.

Thousands of pilgrims visit every year the mosque who come here to admire the grandeur of the buildingwhich causes admiration if you think that was made entirely by human hands only!