Sheikh Zayed Mosque is one of the famous tourist attractions in the Arabian architectural tradition.You are welcome to visit the mosque with our help. It is located in the heart of Abu City. One of the biggest mosques in the world, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is made up of massive architectural masterpieces that combine the inventiveness of well-known architects. The mosque is the main place of prayer for Muslims.
Millions of people visit the mosque every year, making it a unique tourist and cultural destination. In 2024, the mosque will experience a gradual increase in visitor numbers. Growth was merely increased by 31% compared to the first half of the previous year.4.3 billion people will visit the mosques by the end of July 2024.With 81% of all visitors originating from countries outside than the United Arab Emirates, India will lead the list. 4.3 billion people will visit the mosques by the end of July 2024. India will top the list of all visitors, with 81% coming from outside the United Arab Emirates.
VISITING HOURS : SAT–THU 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM, FRI From 09.00 AM – 12.00 PM / From 03.00 PM to 10.00 PM
Location: Al Rawdah – Abu Dhabi
Pickup time: Depending On Availability
Type : Tour package / private Transportation
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque blends Islamic architecture with both contemporary and traditional design elements. The mosque has four 107-meter-tall minarets, 82 domes, and the largest hand-knotted carpet in the world. White marble adds to the structure’s purity and elegance. Many Islamic architectural styles are used into the architecture of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Unique styles, including Mamluk, Ottoman, and Fatimid, all this fusion will drastically increase the unique aesthetic tradition of the mosque. The mosque’s interior is very spectacular and includes a huge, pricey prayer hall that is warmly and invitingly lit by elaborate chandeliers and lovely mihrabs.
Mosques have some cultural and spiritual importance and offer educational programs, cultural events, and community outreach. Additionally, the mosque draws tourists from all over the world, enhancing Dubai’s standing as a global cultural destination. Fairway UAE offers affordable transportation and tour packages that include all these specific attractions.
Whether you are on an Abu Dhabi City Tour with a Grand Mosque package, you get our professional guides who take part in the pickup and dropoff of your entire journey. We have been in the tour and travel business for sixteen years. We always offer fairway transportation facilities; we are always a definite travel partner for your overall traveling journey.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour Includes
Its construction and design connect the world, using materials and artisans from a variety of countries, including Germany, Italy, Morocco, India, Turkey, China, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Greece, and also from the UAE. Natural materials such as marble, stone, gold, semi-precious stones, crystals, and ceramics are extensively used for the construction of the mosque. More than 30,000 workers and 38 construction companies were involved in its construction.
Swarovski crystals, numbering roughly 40 million in various hues like green, red, and yellow, enhance the chandeliers’ beauty in the mosque. The largest chandelier measures 12 meters in circumference and 15.5 meters in height, located in the main prayer area with 15,500 LEDs.
The Qibla wall features kiswa textile design, symbolizing purity and grace in Islam. Crafted from high-quality silk and cotton threads, it showcases the 99 names of Allah illuminated with fiber optic lights, with intricate Kufic calligraphy designed by Mohammed Mandi Al Tamimi.
The mosque boasts 80 domes, the largest in the main prayer hall, all adorned with white marble and gold-plated glass mosaics. Its four minarets combine traditional Mameluke, Ottoman, and Fatimid architectural styles, adding to the mosque’s artistic allure.
The mosque’s interior and exterior are adorned with Quranic calligraphy in styles like Naskh, Thuluth, and Kufi, reflecting Islamic culture’s essence. The intricate inscriptions on walls and pillars create a spiritual and artistic atmosphere.
Abu Dhabi Corniche, with its beautiful waterfront, is a top nearby attraction, just 12 minutes from the Grand Mosque. It offers play areas, cafés, and restaurants, making it a perfect addition to the mosque visit.
From Original price was: د.إ 750.د.إ 650Current price is: د.إ 650.
You can book the tickets one month before the visit. There will be an online ticket option through the official website of the grand mosque. All individuals who are residing in the UAE are responsible for the registration of entry visits to the grand mosque. The registration charges will be completely free. At Fairway, we offer ticket booking & transportation services, which are also part of our city tour package. Upon filling out the visitor form, your registration will be complete. Upon entering the mosque, visitors are subject to an inspection process to ensure public security, and women and men have separate paths.
When visiting the mosque, you need to pay attention to clothing and behavior; wearing respectful clothes is more convenient to enter the mosque. Women should wear dresses that cover the entire body, more precisely, up to the wrists and ankles. Arms and feet must be covered properly. Women must want to cover their hair completely; if one doesn't have a scarf, one will be provided by the women's security guards. All religious people are mostly welcomed to the mosque; the only thing is to want to cover their hair properly. Men are not allowed to wear shorts. It is best to wear long, fully-covered pants and thin shirts with sleeves at least elbow length. If one isn't dressed in the manner of mosque guidelines, don't worry; there are many shops located on the way to the entrance of the mosque from which you can buy convenient dresses.
The mosque is always open to visitors at all times. 9 am to 10 pm are the visiting hours, and Fridays are only from 4.30 pm to 10 pm. When you enter the mosque, you are likely to spend 2 hours and discover all the places inside the mosque. It is possible to enter the mosque 30 minutes before closing. When you pre-book your tickets online, you can enter the mosque without having to wait in line.
From Original price was: د.إ 750.د.إ 650Current price is: د.إ 650.
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