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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Ranked #1 of 48 attractions in Abu Dhabi
Type: Religious Sites
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Telford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I'm not big into sightseeing but this place was a must. The carpet in the main prayer hall is the same acreage as 4 soccer pitches and was made by hand

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Reston, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

The Grand Mosque was beyond description; beautiful yet full of reverance.Everyone should make the time to visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Fantastic spectacle, which is a must see if visiting Abu Dhabi. We had a tour guide as we were travelling in a large group, and this is recommended to anyone who isn't already knowledgeable about the mosque or the Islamic faith in general. Some of the statistics that our guide mentioned about the guide were almost unbelievable!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We took the free tour and I can't recommend it highly enough! As someone who was not educated too much on the muslim religion, it was interesting to hear the 'script' provided by the tour guide. I suggest (for women only) that you NOT wear the appropriate clothing so you wear the provided abaya to have the true experience. Men... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I visited the Grand Mosque during my first month here in Abu Dhabi. The setting is beautiful and serene. The buildings are magnificent and decorated with intricate mosaic designs. After donning an "abaya" (full length black dressing observant Muslim women wear) and covering my head, I was allowed to enter the mosque. It is quite stunning and quite moving. I... More

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Absolutely stunning and inspiring. All visitors (of all faiths) to Abu Dhabi should ensure they don't miss a visit here.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Absoloutly beautiful inside. Women have to cover their heads and everyone has to remove their shoes. Best time to go is dusk when lights start to go on. It is incredibly beautiful. The mosque is so white it reminds me of sugar icing!

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manila
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque is definitely worth visiting. This is the first stop after boarding the BigBus tour from Wafi Mall in Dubai going to Abu Dhabi (free shuttle Dubai-AD-Dubai with bigbus tours, departing from Marina Mall going back to Dubai at 5pm) The place is amazing. The workmanship, the details and the vastness of this Mosque has impressed... More

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Townsville, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I was not aware of the Grand Mosque until I went on a tour of Abu Dhabi and wow was I impressed. I was not appropriately dressed to go inside the mosque but the views from the outside were amazing. I can't believe they still build such amazing mosques. Helpful Hint: The mosque is not open to the public on... More

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toledo
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

I have visited the mosque twice. The workmanship is amazing and the entire location is beautiful. Definitely worth a side trip.

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