Built from 1922 to 1926, this grand mosque was inspired by the Alhambra and the Bou Inania Medersa in Fès. The mosaic-clad walls and pots of mint tea take you far from the city. This mosque is the spiritual heart of Paris's Muslim population, and while built for religious functions with a prayer room and a beautiful tiled minaret, the mosque also has an Islamic school and library, a café and hammam (for women only) which are open to the general public. The beautiful café serves North African pastries, tea and more. Those looking for a place of worship may be disappointed that the parts open to non-worshippers get busy and noisy. However it is an important and beautiful monument that is well worth seeing.