Fondation Culturelle Islamique, Geneva
The Islamic Cultural Foundation or "Big Mosque" of Geneva was founded by King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. It was opened June 1, 1979.
The building contains a mosque, a conference room, a library, classrooms and a mortuary.
The interior of the mosque is tiled mosaic and carved stone, the beautiful work of Moroccan craftsmen.
Five daily prayers, the Friday sermon (djoumoua), Arabic language courses for children and adults, and conferences all take place here.
Visitor Information for the Big Mosque
| Address: | 34, chemin Colladon, Geneva CH, 1211 |
| Neighborhood: | Le Petit-Saconnex |
| Phone: | +41 22 798 37 11 |
| Fax: | +41 22 798 74 17 |
| By train: | 3 Champ d'Anier |
