The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one the world's largest mosques and a massive architectural work of art that intentionally blends different Islamic architectural schools. It features 82 domes, more than 1,000 columns, 24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers and the world's largest hand-knotted carpet.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, A journey through the history of Islamic arts and architecture, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre offers a unique visitor experience in the vicinity of an architectural wonder that celebrates marvels of Islamic arts and architecture from different eras, reflected by the harmonious blend of architectural designs that expand into realms of beauty and creativity.
The main feature of the mosque is a huge dome, the largest of its kind in the country, covering the main prayer-hall. The dome is expected to have an interior height of 31.3 m (103 ft), interior diameter of 75 m (246 ft), exterior diameter of 86 m (282 ft), [1] and total area of 4,117 m 2 (44,320 sq ft). The mosque is one of the world's largest and was the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - the Founding Father of the UAE. He envisaged the creation of a welcoming and cultural haven that inspires people from all backgrounds. vYTLQ.biggest mosque in abu dhabi
