UAE, Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Mosque

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates and one of the 6 largest and most beautiful mosques in the world. The mosque in Abu Dhabi is named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder and first president of the UAE, who is next to it. Among the guests and residents of the capital of the Emirates, this is one of the most visited places.

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque, opened in 2007, covers an area of 12 hectares. Its size allows to accommodate about 41,000 believers. The main prayer hall can accommodate up to 7,000 people.

A visit to the mosque is available to everyone, regardless of faith. Tourists have been allowed to enter the territory of the Muslim shrine since March 2008. When visiting, it should be noted that the dress code is observed on the territory, according to which entry is not possible in clothes with open shoulders, knees, with uncovered head (for women).