Prayer times – Marcory

Muslim Presence in Marcory: Marcory, a commune within the Abidjan metropolitan area, is home to a significant Muslim community. Islam has been present in the region for generations, with the faith deeply woven into the social fabric of the city. The community is well-established, with many families having lived in Marcory for decades, contributing to the city's cultural and religious diversity.

Community Implantation through Mosques: The Muslim community in Marcory is served by numerous prayer places, both within the commune and in nearby areas. Notable among them is Mosque Aghien, located on Bd des Martyrs in Abidjan, which serves as a central place of worship for many. Other mosques such as Mosquée Al Fitiya d'Abobo, Grande Mosquée d'Anyama, and Mosquée Adja Madina are also accessible. These prayer places are spread across Abidjan, Bingerville, Anyama, and Grand-Bassam, reflecting the widespread presence of the Muslim community in the region.

Prayer-Time Orientation: For Muslims in Marcory, the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—structure the day. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Marcory's latitude near the equator. The city operates on Africa/Abidjan time. The Qibla direction for Marcory is towards Mecca, and the distance to Mecca is approximately 4,702 km. The calculation method used is Egyptian General Authority of Survey.