The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, located in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is one of the largest and most stunning mosques in the world. It serves as a key place of worship and a symbol of cultural and architectural brilliance, reflecting Islamic traditions and the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE.
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan envisioned the mosque as a unifying landmark that reflects the diversity and richness of Islamic culture and architectural traditions. He wanted it to serve as a symbol of tolerance and coexistence.
Construction Timeline:
Construction began in 1996 and was completed in 2007, taking over a decade. The mosque was officially opened to the public in December 2007. Sheikh Zayed passed away in 2004, and his final resting place is within the mosque grounds.
Architectural Style:
The mosque’s design incorporates styles from different Islamic civilizations, such as Moorish, Mughal, and Ottoman architecture. Designers, artisans, and materials were sourced from across the globe, including Italy, Germany, Morocco, Pakistan, Turkey, India, and more.
Architectural Highlights
1. Scale and Size:
Total area: Over 12 hectares (30 acres).
Capacity: It can accommodate more than 41,000 worshippers.
2. Domes and Minarets:
Features 82 domes in seven different sizes.
The main dome is one of the largest mosque domes in the world, with a height of 85 meters.
Four 107-meter-tall minarets are positioned at the mosque's corner.
Prayer Halls:
The main prayer hall features the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet, designed by Iranian artist Ali Khaliqi. It measures over 5,700 square meters and took 1,200 artisans nearly two years to complete.
Chandeliers in the mosque are adorned with millions of Swarovski crystals.
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Reflection Pools:
Surrounding the mosque are pools that amplify its beauty by reflecting its structure.
Interesting Facts
The mosque is home to seven chandeliers, including the third-largest chandelier in the world, measuring 10 meters in diameter.
The Qibla wall is inscribed with the 99 names of Allah in Kufic calligraphy, illuminated with fiber-optic lighting.
It is a popular site for tourists and photographers, especially during sunset and night when it is illuminated by a unique lighting system that reflects the phases of the moon.
Dress Code: Modest clothing is required.
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