Al Hijra Mosque, Leiden

Situated just beyond the historic city centre of Leiden stands the Al Hijra Mosque, which opened in 2018. Architect Hamid Oppier crafted a postmodern design for this Moroccan mosque, bringing together various elements from Islamic architecture.The prayer hall is adorned with exquisite woodcarvings, and when the sun graces the space, the warm glow emanating from the brown wood creates a serene ambiance. The artist Mustapha Boumaiz incorporated various typical Moroccan, symmetrical forms in his work, offering a special tribute to Moroccan woodcarving art. You’ll find his creations throughout the entire prayer hall, from the captivating prayer wall to the panels lining the walls.