The grand Mosque is the largest and the most beautiful mosque of the whole United Arab Emirates (UAE).
It is known as the Grand Mosque but it’s real name is The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque situated in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
It is a must sight to visit in the city. Actually you can visit the mosque from Dubai if you are staying there. Dubai is only 105 kilometers away from Abu Dhabi, so you can take a tour or rent a car, drive through a very wide highway and get to the mosque easely.
By the way, I think you should spend at least two days in Abu Dhabi, there are a lot of places to sightsee and beautiful beaches.
I decided to visit the Mosque before the sunset, so we had time to appreciate this magnificent place under the shine of the sun and saw how the lights of the mosque started to turn on as night falls with a unique lightning system. Really worth it!
Just only when we were walking to the main entrance we were shocked with the beauty and magnificence of the mosque.
The mosque is large enough to accommodate over 40,000 worshippers.
The construction took more than 10 years and participated architects of all over the world.
We walked through this incredible place with a lot of columns and big water mirrors along the arcades which reflects the columns. We were amazed by its incredible architecture and luxurious decoration that takes your breath away.
The interior of the iconic main prayer hall is just spectacular. It can holds over 7,000 worshippers.
It has the world’s biggest chandelier and carpet, both meticulously handmade. Take a look to the details, it’s a real piece of art!
Useful information
-The entrance is free. If you would like a guide tour, they offer tours. Schedules are specified on the web.
-Open during all days from 9am to 10 pm.
On fridays opens from 4:30 pm to 10pm because this day is a special day for Muslim religion.
-You can take a public bus in Dubai and then a taxi to get to the mosque if you don’t have a car.
-Women should dress appropriately, with loose clothing covering their shoulders, legs, and hair. At the entrance they give you clothes if you are not dressed properly.
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