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1996 World Monuments Watch. Djenné-Djeno’s many archaeological and cultural artifacts reveal a complex society dating from 250 B.C. It is among the best-known archeology sites in sub-Saharan Africa and the oldest urbanized centers. Less than two miles (a mere three kilometers) southeast of the modern village of Djenné, Djenné-Djeno was ...
The cultural property “Old Towns of Djenné” is a serial property comprising four archaeological sites, namely Djenné -Djeno, Hambarkétolo, Kaniana and Tonomba, along with the old fabric of the present town of Djenné covering an area of 48.5 ha and divided into ten districts. The property is an ensemble that over many years has ...
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- Traditional Earth Architecture of Djenné
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- The Great Mosque of Djenné
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A typical house in Djenné has two stories, a flat roof, a courtyard and very little windows. Three main architectural styles are found in Djenné, namely Moroccan, Toucouleur and Sudanese. The Moroccan and Toucouleur style houses have many decorative elements, while the Sudanese style is more simple. All houses are built with adobe, or sun-dried ear...
The architectural style in Djenné leaves the earthen walls and roofs exposed to the rain. This is not a big issue in the semi-arid climate of central Mali, but it does mean that buildings need regular maintenance to keep them from melting away after consecutive rainy seasons. In particular, the exterior walls and roofs need to be replastered period...
The most iconic building of Djenné is its Great Mosque. The first mosque at the site was built in the 13th century, but the current mosque (the third reconstruction) was built in 1906-1907. Just like Djenné’s other buildings, the mosque is built with adobe bricks, while the earthen roof is supported by a palm wood structure. The mosque is built on ...
UNESCO World Heritage status is meant to preserve the heritage of Djenné, but simple restrictions on what people can and can’t do have become a burden on the local people. Many residents of Djenné would like to use more modern materials or spatial layouts that are more suited to modern life, instead of feeling like a part of a museum. What Djenné n...
Djenné-Djenno (also Jenne-Jeno; / ˈ dʒ ɛ n iː dʒ ʌ ˌ n oʊ /) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Niger River Valley in the country of Mali.Literally translated to "ancient Djenné", it is the original site of both Djenné and Mali and is considered to be among the oldest urbanized centers and the best-known archaeological sites in West Africa.
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Sep 11, 2013 · Since the 14th century, Djenné in Mali has been distinguished by its impressive mud-based architecture, where the town's over 200 historic homes and its...
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The older area of Djenné extends over 48.5 ha and is divided into ten districts. Its central avenue cuts through the dense quarters with dwindling streets. The market square, located next to the Great Mosque, is the heart of the town. The mosques and the Tombs of the Saints bear witness to the importance of the site for Islamic traditions.
Djenne, Mali Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme Constructed by the community in 1906 on the remains of a pre-existing mosque, the Great Mosque of Djenné is the largest historical mud mosque in the sub-Saharan region and is considered by many to be the greatest achievement of the Sudano-Sahelian architectural style.
