Othmane Ibn Affane Mosque
The Othmane Ibn Affane Mosque in Boufarik is named after Uthman ibn Affan — the third Caliph of Islam — and is one of the principal mosques of this important commune in Blida wilaya.
1 January 2025
Overview
Othmane Ibn Affane Mosque (Mosquée Othmane Ibn Affane) in Boufarik is named after Uthman ibn Affan (عثمان بن عفان, c. 576–656 CE) — the third Caliph of Islam and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. Uthman is particularly revered for commissioning the authoritative compilation of the Quran during his caliphate.
Boufarik
Boufarik is one of the most historically significant communes of Blida wilaya — a market town on the Mitidja plain with a rich history spanning the Ottoman period, French colonial plantation agriculture, and the independence era. Its history is documented by the Facebook page [[archives/resources/si-boufarik-metait-contee|Si Boufarik m'était contée]].
The Tassili Church — [[culture/religion/tassili-church|Tassili Church]] — is also located in Boufarik, reflecting the colonial era's dual religious landscape.
Connections
- Compare Boufarik's religious heritage: [[culture/religion/tassili-church|Tassili Church]] — colonial-era church in the same commune
- Boufarik's history resource: [[archives/resources/si-boufarik-metait-contee|Si Boufarik m'était contée]]
- [[culture/gastronomy/Zalabia of Boufarik|Zalabia of Boufarik]] — the traditional sweet associated with this commune