Private Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque Tour from Dubai
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the worlds splendid iconic architectural wonders that highlights the tolerant nature of the Islamic culture and promotes cross cultural communication amongst different cultures
Some Facts for your Information.
1. One of the world’s largest Mosques
2. One of the most significant buildings of Islamic architecture
3. 55,000 capacities
4. 82 domes of various sizes and the largest is located in the centre of the main prayer hall
5.The pure white colour of the Mosque has become one of its most distinguishing characteristics
6.The main prayer hall houses the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet
Description
Itinerary
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Stop At: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center, Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Street, 5th St, Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Abudhabi grand mosque
The mosque's architect Yusef Abdelki took inspiration from a number of sources: the Abu al-Abbas al-Mursi Mosque in Alexandria
The carpet in the hall is considered to be the world's largest carpet made by Iran's Carpet Company and designed by Iranian artist Ali Khaliqi
1- On of the Largest mosque in the world
2- Marble arts
3- The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has seven imported chandeliers
4- The 96 columns in the main prayer hall are clad with marble and inlaid with mother of pearl, one of the few places where one can see this craftsmanship
5- The 99 names (qualities or attributes) of God (Allah) are featured on the Qibla wall in traditional Kufic calligraphy, designed by the prominent UAE calligrapher — Mohammed Mandi Al Tamimi
6- The mosque is large enough to accommodate over 40,100 worshippers, while the main prayer hall can hold over 7,000. There are two smaller prayer halls, with a capacity of 1,500 each, one of which is the women's prayer hall
Duration: 4 hours
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Cancellation
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