"The Servant of the Messenger" — Explore the living heritage of the Mouride brotherhood

Crown jewel of Touba, 7,000+ worshippers, five minarets reaching 87 meters, built by volunteer labor.

Millions visit annually to seek blessings.
Darou Mousty, Darou Minam, Prokhan Diaw, Library of Touba
"I have been commanded to build a city where Allah will be worshipped in purity, where knowledge will flourish."
— Cheikh Ahmadou Bamba
The Daara system blends Qur'anic memorization, Arabic mastery, Islamic sciences, and mystical teachings. Enter to begin your journey.
Over 5 million pilgrims commemorate Ahmadou Bamba's exile — transformed from colonial punishment into spiritual triumph.
Marking the departure to exile in 1895
From across Africa, Europe, and the Americas
Prayers, Quran, Khassida chanting, charity



Documentary | 1h 23min | 2023

Live from the Great Mosque of Touba