Grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah
Mohammed Bin Matar Rd - Fujairah - United Arab EmiratesAbout
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21 April 2018
FUJAIRAH
The Dh210 million Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the second-largest in the country, opened its doors to worshippers for prayers on the first day of Eid Al Adha on Thursday.
Prayers were led by Fujairah Ruler Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi at the mosque, which is the size of three football pitches at 39,000 square metres, and can accommodate 28,000 worshippers.
The mosque, on Mohammed bin Matar Road, has 65 domes and six minarets, each between 80 and 100 metres tall. The courtyard can accommodate 14,000 people and has fountains and gardens, all similar to the Islamic Ottoman structure.
Saeed Al Badi came from Qidfa to perform Eid prayers. He said that such a monument added value to Fujairah.
“We are in an Islamic country and people from all around the world will come and visit this unique landmark,” said Mr Al Badi, 42.
“Now we have Al Badiyah Mosque, the oldest mosque in the country, and this one is the second-largest mosque in the UAE.
“As you enter the mosque you can sense the spirituality and purity of the place, with all these people coming to pray and to thank God for everything he offers us, and to mark Eid the celebration.”
Ahmad Al Danhani, a 38-year-old Emirati worshipper who came to perform Eid prayers, said: “I have been waiting for this moment for a long time, the atmosphere here is indescribable.
“You can feel the greatness of the Islamic building style and it reminds me of the Suleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul.”
Mr Al Danhani said that the opening of this vast mosque would also help to alleviate the problem of a lack of space in other mosques in the area.
“This mosque can accommodate large numbers of worshippers and this will solve the problem of finding a place to pray during Ramadan and Eid,” he said.
Mustafa Jalal, a 27-year-old Egyptian resident, said: “I had always wondered why it took them so long to open this mosque but, when I first entered the place, I understood why.
“They have taken care of the smallest details inside, the design along the walls and ceiling.
“Although it’s not fully completed outside, you can feel peaceful and calm surrounded by Allah’s words.”
Mohammad Al Afkham, director general of Fujairah Municipality, said that the mosque was a new landmark in Islamic architecture in the emirate and a new destination for Muslims from around the country.
The building project started in 2010 and was funded by the President, Sheikh Khalifa. The work was carried out by the Ministry of Public Works and supervised by Fujairah Municipality.
It was named after the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the country’s Founding Father, and its grand opening will be announced later this year.response / report this review -
14 April 2018
Very good design /othmany in Turky
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15 March 2018
UAE’s second-largest mosque, its capacity 28,000 poeple can pray at a time.Mosque total area is 39,000-square-meters.Located on Mohammed bin Matar Road, the mosque has 65 domes and six minarets, each between 80 and 100 meters.The courtyard can accommodate 14,000 people and has fountains and gardens.
one more touristic attraction has added in Fujairah's tourist destinations.response / report this review -
02 March 2018
Amazing mosque, really a sight to behold. Very large and with an amazing build quality. It is the second largest mosque in the U.A.E. And after the one in Abu Dhabi the most beautiful one I have ever seen. Highly recommended and worth a visit, whether you are religious or not!
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18 January 2018
They have built a very beautiful mosque. It is the biggest mosque of Fujairah and one of the biggest mosques of UAE. Worth seeing from outside and inside. A great piece of architect is built over years. Another master piece of art built by Muslims.
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10 January 2018
What a beautiful master piece. UAE knows how to manage and take care of the house of Allah.
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29 December 2017
Alhamdulliah. Beautifully constructed iconic mosque
A new tourist spot in Fujairahresponse / report this review -
27 December 2017
Became one of the iconic places in Fujarah.
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12 November 2017
One of the best UAE's tourist attraction. Its located in the centre of fujairah town. Perfect Place For Watching Sunset .
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19 October 2017
This mosque is the copy of Sultan Ahmet Mosque, same architecture, same inner view and same Hall. When I was here I call to my friend in Istanbul he didn't believe that this is in UAE MashAllah
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14 September 2017
Mashah allah, its great architectural mosque and very big too
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10 August 2017
Arab Persian architectural brilliance. All good colors, arches, domes and lighting.
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20 July 2017
Massive. Second largest mosque in the UAE. The design has been inspired from Istanbul. Pride of Fujairah
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27 June 2017
Loved the archtecture of this masjid. Most of that. it is so cut off from the world that you feel to concentrate more on prayers.
However i feel there should be more signs / boards to mark where is ablution area all throughout and where ladies prayer hall is though.
Love it!!!!!response / report this review -
03 June 2017
Piece of art, fitting 28,000 prayers, 4,000 car park, second Masjid in size in UAE
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12 May 2017
Masah Allah.Marvellous, just amazing & grand display if Islamic culture.
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06 May 2017
Nice mosque,
After the one in Abu Dhabi, Fujairah’s grand new mosque is the second largest in the UAE. Festooned with six 100m-high minarets, the white granite and marble edifice can accommodate up to 28,000 worshippers.response / report this review -
01 May 2017
Beautiful. Magnificent. Well maintained. Peaceful. Comforting. Secure.
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07 April 2017
Very beautiful Masjid. Masha Allah
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