29/10/2026
Sidi Okba Mosque
Located about 20 kilometers from Biskra, Algeria, Sidi Okba Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in North Africa.
Its history dates back to the 7th century, during the time of Uqba ibn Nafi, the renowned Arab military commander who played a major role in the conquest of the Maghreb and the spread of Islam across North Africa.
He founded Kairouan, in present-day Tunisia, and was killed in 683 during a battle against Berber forces led by Kusaila, near Tahouda, in the Biskra region.
Built around his tomb, the mosque dates back to the early years following his death. It preserves a remarkable architectural heritage, bearing witness to more than thirteen centuries of history.