The Tomb of Askia, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mali, is a striking 15th-century mud-brick pyramid built by Emperor Askia Mohammad I as his mausoleum. This architectural marvel, featuring a stepped design and wooden protrusions for structural support, exemplifies West African Sahelian style and reflects the region’s historical Islamic influence. It served as a royal tomb and mosque, symbolizing the power of the Songhai Empire during its peak. Today, it stands as a testament to Mali’s rich cultural heritage and medieval engineering prowess.

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