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The first considerations to build the Mosque began in the late 1980s, and construction began on November 5th, 1996, and it opened for worship on Eid Al Adha 2007.
The mosque was built under the guidance and supervision of Sheikh Zayed, who was buried here after his death in 2004. It features 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.
This dream became a reality with the construction of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and a prominent landmark in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi. The first considerations to build the Mosque began in the late 1980s, and construction began on November 5, 1996.
- It’S The Largest Mosque in The UAE
- It’S A Masterpiece of Modern Islamic Architecture
- It Was Built by An International Team of Artisans
- All in The Detail
- The Mosque Was Conceived by The First President of The UAE
- It’S Open to Non-Muslim visitors
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a colossal place of worship; big enough to accommodate over 40,000 visitors. The largest mosque in the UAE and third largest in the world, the complex covers over 22,400sqm. The main prayer hall can hold more than 7,000 worshippers, and there are two smaller prayer halls with a capacity of 1,500 each. Such is the mosque...
The 2.5bn AED project took 12 years to complete, starting in 1996. The mosque draws on classic Mamluk, Ottoman, and Fatimid architectural styles, and features a lighting system that reflects the lunar phases, projecting colours onto the mosque’s exterior that change nightly according to the moon. Its interior marries classic Middle Eastern arched d...
While Arabic in appearance and design, the creation of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was a collaboration between construction companies from around the world. Italian engineers Salini Impregilo led 3,000 workers from 38 contracting companies, while artisans from India, Germany, Egypt, Turkey, United Kingdom, China and Pakistan all lent their skills. Th...
It’s the details that make Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque so stunning. Semi-precious stones such as amethyst, lapis lazuli and jasper are embedded into columns. Delicate floral patterns in mother of pearl radiate from the walls. Six Faustig chandeliers made from twinkling Swarovski crystals and 24-carat galvanised gold hang from the ceiling. The largest...
The Grand Mosque takes its name from the UAE’s first president, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who was the driving force behind this majestic construction. He chose the location – the entrance of Abu Dhabi island between Musaffah Bridge and Maqta Bridge – and gave architectural direction on the project. His wish was for it to be his fi...
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque offers free guided tours in English or Arabic. It’s open to visitors from Saturday – Thursday between 09:00 – 22:00 and on Friday from 16.30 – 22:00. Abayas are provided for women and long trousers for men. Don’t forget your sunglasses for those dazzling white surfaces.
The late founder of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan aspired to build a mosque personifying the moderation of Islam. This vision became a reality with the construction of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and a prominent landmark in the Emirates of Abu Dhabi.
Jul 19, 2011 · The mosque that Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al Nahyan built in Abu Dhabi is the epitome of an open and affluent Islam: its marble comes from throughout the world, its designers include...
Nov 25, 2015 · Abstract. This paper highlights the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (SZGM) in Abu Dhabi. The initial impression of features and activities shows that the mosque is being or should be a lighthouse for moderation and religious tolerance in UAE.
