Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque stands out as one of the world’s largest mosques, and the only one that captures unique interactions between Islam and world cultures. The mosque’s architects were British, Italian, and Emirati and design inspiration was borrowed from parts of Turkey, Morocco, Pakistan, and Egypt among other Islamic countries, revealing a glistening architectural marvel. Everyone from all around the world can witness the spectacular onion-top domes, the reflective pools that engulf the courtyard, and the iconic prayer hall, which not only overflows with blissful sunlight but also houses the world’s biggest chandelier and carpet, both meticulously handmade.
This White Pearl of the Gulf is the epitome of grandeur and magnificence which took over 11 years to build. Situated in the heart of the capital of UAE Abu Dhabi, the mosque is the third largest in the world! Along with its gold-plated chandeliers and beautiful flower-patterned walls, the mosque welcomes worshippers and is open to tourists each day with a capacity to accommodate more than 55,000 people.