Abu Dhabi City Tour from Dubai

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in the world. It was built to honor the vision of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, who wanted to create a place of worship that symbolized peace, unity, and Islamic culture.

Construction & Architecture

• The mosque’s construction began in 1996 and was completed in 2007, taking over 11 years to finish.
• Over 3,000 workers and 38 contracting companies from around the world contributed to its design and construction.
• The architectural style is a blend of Mughal, Persian, and Moorish influences, with intricate carvings and designs inspired by historic mosques from Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, and Pakistan.

Key Features

• Size & Capacity: The mosque covers over 22,400 square meters and can accommodate over 40,000 worshippers.
• Domes & Minarets: It has 82 white marble domes and four 107-meter-tall minarets.
• Chandeliers: Features seven Swarovski crystal chandeliers, including one of the largest in the world, weighing over 12 tons.
• Largest Carpet: Houses the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet, crafted in Iran by 1,200 artisans, covering 5,627 square meters.

Cultural Significance

• Sheikh Zayed, who passed away in 2004, is buried in a special mausoleum on the mosque grounds.
• The mosque is open to both Muslims and non-Muslims, promoting cultural understanding and religious tolerance.
• It hosts daily prayers, Friday sermons, and major Islamic events like Eid celebrations.

Today, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a symbol of UAE’s heritage and religious devotion, attracting millions of visitors annually from around the world. 🌍✨

• Spend a memorable sunrise in the Middle Eastern desert during this early morning sunrise desert safari Dubai.

• Get hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation.

• Once you reach the desert, watch the dunes and the Hajar mountain range against the stunning colors of the sunrise.

• Enjoy a delicious Dubai desert picnic breakfast on the dunes as the landscape transforms during the morning light.

• Experience the desert in a different way during a thrilling sandboarding session.

• Head back to the city with a phone full of marvelous pictures from the golden hour.

Transport: Private pickup & drop-off service.
Photography: Exclusive photo opportunities at key attractions.
Dining: Lunch at a high-end local restaurant.
Refreshments: Complimentary bottled water and refreshments.
Access: Entry to key cultural sites with an extended scenic drive along Abu Dhabi Corniche.