Very beautiful!!such a scale, such luxury. The territory is beautiful, everything is well maintained, clean, modern. We didn't get to the square itself, we came at the wrong time. Everything is very strict there! When they were taking pictures, the wind blew away the scarf and exposed 3 ml on the neck, a guard immediately ran up. I thought I was going to be stabbed with a pitchfork there. In general, you need to dress very strictly, so that only your eyes stick out. Read all the rules on their official website, you also need to register there (save the QR code)
There is a separate corridor for tourists. We queued for about an hour (all the aisles, checks, the path itself), but it was worth it.
Who goes by car-you need an entrance 6
Visiting time is limited during the holidays
One of the most beautiful modern buildings in the world! Majestic! Engaging!
One of the most beautiful modern buildings in the world. Majestic, breathtaking! I recommend visiting in the late afternoon, before closing. There are many times fewer people. There is a chance to consider everything. And take pictures without crowds.
Admission is free. But the dress code is very strict. For men - closed knees and shoulders. For women, a floor-length dress or trousers is mandatory. Ankle covers.
A very powerful place, admired by the volumes of the mosque! It is definitely worth visiting this place. We took a tour of Abu Dhabi from the Pulat guide, told us about the local attractions in an interesting way, visited the observation decks and a couple more mosques.
The route was made together with Pulat, based on our preferences, it is very convenient. The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is operational, so be sure to follow the traditions when visiting! I'll leave the number of the Pool, it may be useful to someone)
+971 56 674 2135
We were on a tour of Abu Dhabi. We really liked it and it's convenient that we don't have to get there ourselves. There was enough time for the examination. Now I know how to make the most beautiful photos on Instagram))) The guide provided us with abayas (in size and height) - a separate interesting experience, we liked it)))) The mosque itself is stunningly beautiful! A huge well-groomed territory, floors, walls and columns lined with different types of marble. Amazingly beautiful chandeliers and carpets. At first it was a bit insulting that they were not allowed into the halls - you can take photos only from the doors, but if you do not limit the flow, tourists will trample all the carpets! - there are a lot of people!!! I got the impression that this is a kind of Temple of Friendship, everyone can come in to admire, but you need to respect each other. I came across the inscriptions in Russian several times, very nice. Special admiration for the entrance to the complex - it tells how the mosque was designed and built. We recommend it!
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world. It is named in honor of the greatest and most revered Sheikh of the UAE. The most beautiful mosque is made of white marble, inside the courtyard is lined with colored stones in the form of paintings. In the prayer room there are huge chandeliers with Swarovski crystals, natural stones, covered with gold leaf. A huge handmade carpet is very impressive, which was brought by plane in parts and assembled into one single whole, it took 2 years to manufacture, and costs 8.2 million dollars. Everything is very beautiful, and most importantly, accessible to tourists. Of course, to get into the mosque, you need to go through a serious dress code. The UAE is a fabulous country in the middle of the desert, with its own customs and way of life.
It's beautiful like in a fairy tale. Like in the fairy tale about Aladdin. The scale, neatness and cleanliness are impressive. It is worth visiting once
It is absolutely necessary for girls to hide in full. Very strict appearance control. Several girls didn't miss it. But in the shops at the entrance you can buy an abaya for 45 dirhams. Sellers offer to buy beautiful ones for 100-200 dirhams. If the goal is only to go in and see, do not be fooled, say that the Abaya is only for 45 dirhams, they will silently sell the "ugly" one))
It is a very grandiose and beautiful building. I can immediately recommend you to visit, if possible. You can take dozens or even hundreds of photos. But, I especially want to draw the attention of those travelers who are planning an excursion to this mosque: multiple control of your appearance!! This applies especially to the female sex, I recommend that you definitely have a headscarf with you, clothes should cover almost the entire body and head. I'd rather say what can be left open: the face and hands. That's it! Yes, and also, especially in the summer, female girls keep in mind that in transparent or semi-transparent dresses, trousers, blouses, etc., they will simply not be allowed into the mosque or they will have to buy something in the clothing stores available there. But the prices, as you know, will bite.
For general development, for touching the amazing beauty, I highly recommend visiting this mosque.
Especially for those who are vacationing in Abu Dhabi. You can take a taxi, which has 3-4 cars parked near the hotel, payment by the meter, in fact. And in the same way, go to your hotel or to another place from the parking lot near the mosque
A luxurious, expensive, richly decorated mosque, white Italian marble that does not heat up in the heat, the largest floor mosaic in the world, 82 domes, columns and walls decorated with semi-precious stones, an Irish carpet on the floor weighing 45 tons and 3 amazing chandeliers with Swarovski crystals-is this not a New wonder of the world?!
What is carried inside on electric cars
Definitely ready to visit!
The mosque was visited in April 2024.We got there by taxi.The entrance to the mosque is convenient, the taxi driver drove just to it.It is necessary to go down to the area of food courts and souvenir shops, where you need to register using a QR code, registration itself is not complicated, everything is clear, but in English.Further, if you have already purchased clothes in advance, you can go to the security area.The dress code for women is very strict, the dress should be long, the arms are closed, the head is covered with a scarf.You can buy an Abaya dress there at the same cost of 45 AED, or rent it for about 2000 Russian rubles, sellers will pick up everything quickly enough.Then, after the inspection, you should go inside, you can move on foot or with the help of a travelator. On the territory where the mosque itself is located, you can take photos and shoot videos.You can get back by bus.Everything is quite well organized and thought out.At the exit, before the start of the souvenir shops, there are restrooms on the left, where you can change clothes and put yourself in order.The impressions of visiting this place were wonderful, I recommend it.
It's a very beautiful place. We were amazed by the wealth and style.
Umbrellas are given out to walk 50 meters under the sun. There is a shuttle service on the territory of the mosque.
There are drinking fountains.
There are a lot of guards so that tourists don't get lost and go where they don't need to.
Aristocratic luxury.
The main mosque of the UAE, designed for 40 thousand people.
In the main prayer hall there is the world's largest carpet weighing 45 tons, hand-woven by 1300 craftsmen.
There are 7 chandeliers decorated with Swarovski crystals and gold leaf in the mosque.
An exquisite, refined floral ornament. All in white marble and precious stones. Dazzling in both the literal and figurative senses. It is simply impossible to be in the courtyard without sunglasses, keep this in mind when visiting.
You can walk to the entrance through the underground shopping malls, or you can get there by electric transport, similar to a golf cart. An abaya is required for women to visit. Men have closed knees, shoulders (T-shirt fits).
We've seen enough mosques in Istanbul, but this one is amazing. Truly, there are no two identical mosques in the world, each one is unique💚
This mosque is simply a masterpiece, the greatest achievement of modern architecture. We came with the whole family, we did not read about the dress code, we had to buy an Abaya for all three of them at the place it turned out to be expensive, So hurry up in advance and clarify what you can wear to the most closed parts of the body. However, in the national colorful clothes of Abai, the photos turn out to be very memorable and beautiful. Men's Abaya costs about 50 dirhams, women's is much more attractive 55.
They were in June 2024. You can get there by one bus both from the airport and from the city. It is this bus that stops at the building where you will be directed by security. Going down the escalator, you will get to the shopping center. Shops, fast food, tickets are here, or rather, registration. If you have a local internet connection, scan the quarkode. If not, there is an employee who will take a ticket at the counter, you will take a picture of it and present it to the security at the entrance. Women get ready - they won't let them in with their arms and ankles open. They will send you to buy chlamydia. The minimum is 45 aed. Then follow the signs, security control, and enter the mosque. All the space available to tourists is fenced, there is security around, it is impossible to go into the yard, it is impossible to go on the carpet. You can walk along the colonnade, take a picture of the prayer hall, and go out. It is also not allowed on the territory. The exit is in the same place, bus or taxi stop..
The mosque is new, white, inlaid with colored stone, very beautiful chandeliers, in general, a must see.
It's an amazing building. It's insanely beautiful. I visited both in the afternoon and in the evening, the lighting is awesome. The biggest carpet. It is very easy to get there. Girls are asked to cover up to their ankles and wrists.
The mosque is very beautiful, impressive and leaves a deep impression. Every detail in the design of the mosque is made with great love and attention. It is immediately clear that the UAE was not at all limited in construction costs. I recommend definitely visiting even if you are not of the Muslim faith. Semi-precious stones, a lot of gold leaf and Svorovsky stones were used in the decoration. In general, well done. In addition, there is a lot of free parking in the underground garage and long rows of shops, a large selection of food court and even a children's playground
It's beautiful, everything is very cool, clean, neat, expensive. But unfortunately, they are not allowed everywhere. Not everyone is allowed to visit the famous huge carpet, but definitely to visit! I recommend it!
It's definitely worth going! You will get beautiful photos. An unreal fairy tale, like in Aladdin. There are a lot of tourists, but the routes are made so that you can take pictures without a bunch of people in the frame. One of the best places in Abu Dhabi.
In general, we walked around the mosque in 10-15 minutes, there are fenced paths for tourists: you walk through a narrow space along the main hall and that's it. Don't go there, don't go here. There are a lot of guards, cameras everywhere.
They are allowed to walk along the courtyard and along the inner prayer hall, which now has the former largest chandelier in the world and still the largest carpet in the world (in Soviet apartments there were the same, only smaller))))
Practical points: admission is free, but you need to get a QR code on the official website of the mosque: a couple of minutes and you're done. You apply it at the points of passage and then the guards ask you to show it twice, it's unclear why, if you can't pass without them.
Clothing: legs and arms are completely covered + a headscarf for women. Otherwise they won't let you in.
You can get there by taxi, tell the taxi driver great Mosk Sheikh Zayed and you don't have to pay a lot of money for the tour. The entrance is through a glass dome by elevator or escalator down, there is a shopping center. You can't enter the mosque itself down the street, only through the underpass from the shopping center (there are signs everywhere, just don't get lost). They check the bags, the mosque's website says how to dress and what not to bring.
There are no worshippers there, and no icons either. In principle, this is one hall, with a carpet and several chandeliers. It feels like it was made for tourists and that's it. Locals don't come here to pray. There are a lot of tourists, especially Chinese, because admission is free. There are almost no Chinese in other places in the UAE where you need to pay. We arrived at 10.30 am, we hardly stood in line, maybe a couple of minutes at the entrance checking the qr code and a couple of minutes checking bags through a metal detector. Later, they say that you can stand for an hour.
Beyond all praise! Incredible beauty! And now a few nuances). The entrance when we were there was free, and at the same time we had to buy clothes for me and my wife right there on the floor in front of the entrance. They don't let you in any other way. Dear travelers, please prepare for this in advance. Or put about 120 dirhams on clothes for two.
An extremely beautiful and unique building, almost a work of art, monumental columns, huge carpets and chandeliers, must-visit. The only thing women are asked to wear hijabs, but they can be found on rent, I don't think this is a big problem
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is a luxurious, beautiful place. I recommend you to visit. As many times as I visit the UAE, I come to Abu Dhabi to once again enjoy this majestic masterpiece of architecture.
A must-visit) Acquaintance with the culture, scale, architecture are beautiful) it is better to go in the afternoon to watch the illumination of the entire mosque complex after sunset.
A delightfully beautiful mosque. There are guards everywhere who closely monitor every tourist. Very spacious halls, amazing architecture. The atmosphere of greatness does not leave for a second.
The mosque itself is very beautiful and definitely must-visit. At the same time, it is worth visiting both in the afternoon and in the evening - it looks different. It is also very easy to do this without a tour group.
I have been to the mosque many times over the years. And every time the order of passage to the mosque changes.
At the moment, in order to get to the territory quickly, you need to register on the site and specify the time of the visit. At the same time, we were 1.5 hours late for the time, but we were told that this was not a problem and the main thing was that we had a QR code.
You can enter the mosque with a certain attire - the head and legs of the female part of the guests are covered, i.e. you can walk in trousers and a headscarf. Not in a skirt below the knees anymore.
Previously, a simple but cute hijab was issued at the entrance. Photos in such clothes certainly turn out to be much more atmospheric. Now everyone provides their own passage by themselves. There are a huge number of shops with hijabs at the entrance to the mosque. I took the simplest one, but it looked very good. The main thing is that it should be up to the ground and cover your legs. Lighters and cigarettes are taken away at the entrance.
The entrance to the mosque itself is free.
Summary: to enter, you need to have a QR code and closed clothes. leave lighters and cigarettes at home.
The passage to the mosque is through a free-standing dome, and then you go through all the points along the subway to the mosque itself.
A trip to the Sheikh Zayed Mosque
From Dubai to Abu Dhabi.
The mosque is impressive, I posted a short video of how it is inside:
https://youtu.be/sjtSid4tUG8?si=Z0WXiIDtGX1QjPX7
We visited the main attractions in one day
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Level 22 Local Expert
March 29
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is a true miracle of architecture and spirituality. Majestic domes, elegant minarets and snow-white walls create a unique atmosphere of awe and tranquility. Inside the mosque, you will be greeted by a majestic prayer hall with handmade carpets and crystal chandeliers, and marble columns and luxurious details surprise with their beauty and grandeur. Visiting a mosque is not only an opportunity to get acquainted with Islamic culture and architectural heritage, but also to immerse yourself in an atmosphere of peace and sublimity. This place is definitely worth a visit to anyone who is in Abu Dhabi.
It is very beautiful at any time of the day. But it is necessary to see it with a backlight in the evening. An interesting story, you should definitely see a gorgeous chandelier, the largest carpet and stained glass
A must-visit, it's just great, it's better to arrive an hour before sunset, then you can explore everything in daylight, and then with the backlight, completely different impressions. Unfortunately, the entrance to the main hall of the mosque was closed for tourists, it used to be possible, but it still leaves a grand impression.
A beautiful mosque. Perhaps the most beautiful of all that I have met in different countries. I spent about 4 hours to get acquainted with its history, architecture, interior and surrounding area. A magnificent structure. It's all clear. A must-visit.
A beautiful mosque, visited in the evening and the lighting gives an additional charm to this place, very beautifully done both inside and outside, a must-visit!
Everything is very beautiful, both in the afternoon and in the evening. Entrance / exit through the underground shopping center, you can have a snack and shop. But it's not very convenient to get there - it's about 1.5 km on foot from the nearest bus stop
One of the largest mosques I have been able to see in my life . The architectural masterpiece is made entirely of white marble
The magnificent color work, a mixture of gold and white, is admirable, and there is a huge resort under the mosque to attract tourists
The fire, the place is gorgeous, very beautiful, but get ready for the fact that the time from getting out of the taxi to the entrance to the mosque is about 20-30 minutes, you need to register, be in the right clothes + go through the underpass to the mosque territory
Very beautiful. Majestic. It would be interesting to visit the service. It's a pity it's not available. It turned out that it was possible to go in trousers, as long as the hands were closed and the head was covered. But we bought abai,
It's an amazing place. A must-visit. Before visiting, familiarize yourself with the rules of clothing. The entrance is through an underground shopping center, where you can also have a snack.
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An amazing mosque in every sense, it was built by the best minds and hands of modern times, architecture, design, content - all this is done and performed with love.
The whitest marble, the purest water in reservoirs, which allows you to soften your stay during the heat, a unique mosaic of precious stones laid out on the square and inlaid on vertical surfaces, mega huge doors that open and close automatically, and all this is surrounded by a garden of eden.
The mosque symbolizes the unity of believers and unites all faiths that bring peace, goodness and joy.
There is no shade of extremism and radical Islamism, all this is admired by people of other faiths and faiths.
The mosque has the largest handmade carpet in the world, the mosaic on the square is the largest in the world and is listed in the Guinness Book, the chandelier is currently the third largest in the world.
A dress code is required for visiting.
There are many shops and food areas in the underground entrance to the mosque, including a Makdak. You will not stay hungry and without souvenirs.
I thank the creators and workers who preserve this splendor.
One of the wonders of the world, the combination of spirituality and the beauty of Islam , every corner of this beautiful mosque is fascinating! Be sure to visit it!
Just a fabulous mosque, we were on a tour, I didn't want to leave, just magic. You immediately remember the fairy tale "One Thousand and One Nights". I recommend everyone who visits the Arab Emirates to visit here. Just delight and extraordinary beauty!!!
This is an amazing mosque, I have never seen such a majestic one, but at the same time the finest craftsmanship of architects! And inside it's a work of art! How much work, effort, and patience! Do you feel like a princess from the Aladdin cartoon?
A gorgeous mosque, rich, elegant! It's a pity they're not allowed to walk around the courtyard. I admired every detail in the interior and exterior. I want to come back again
Luxury, scale, grandeur!
An incredibly beautiful mosque, very beautiful at any time of the day, but in the evening it is simply fabulous!
There is a very strict dress code, security guards are everywhere, who carefully monitor this.
A must-visit.
The place is magnificent. Something unimaginable. A must-visit.
The place is so magnificent that you just have to see it.
Everything is made of marble and natural stone, there are really a lot of people. But it's worth it.
A must-visit in Abu Dhabi, the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates.
It is mandatory to comply with the dress code, national costumes of abaya for women are sold near the mosque, the choice is for every taste. It is necessary to complete an electronic registration.
A very beautiful, spacious, bright mosque, lots of greenery. Definitely worth a visit! A very strict dress code, girls should have their hair covered, all hands and feet are completely ankle-deep, including children, without cuts and cutouts. If there is no appropriate clothing, it can be purchased at the shopping gallery in front of the mosque, the cost is from 45 dirhams to 250 and above. Outside and inside, you can take pictures and shoot everything on camera.
A functioning mosque. Beautiful location. An interesting place. I am very glad that we visited this mosque. By the way, the guide said that prayer goes on here 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
An interesting fact: guides with groups are not allowed inside, all instruction takes place outside.
A wonderful beautiful place, it's cheaper to get on your own from Abu Dhabi. But do not confuse the bus, there is one that goes straight to the mosque, and then as we perform the Hajj, it is far from the stop on foot, entrance number 6. It is better to visit in the evening, the photos will come out many times more beautiful or arrive before sunset, there will be daylight and evening. According to clothing, if you want to save money, then strictly closed legs to the ankles, head, arms for women, legs for men, arms to the elbow. Transparent clothes are not allowed, swearing, showing signs of indecency too. But it is good for women to have an abaya for a photo shoot, it is better to buy cheaper in advance at the market or there 35-45 dirhams with a bargain. We met 2 cunning Russian-speaking multilingual girls at the entrance, one skinny blonde began to sell her abaya, allegedly bought it for 100 dirhams, sells at half price. We were tired after the Hajj and hurried to close and took her abaya, as it turned out in the stalls on the theory she is 35-45 dirhams. The girl happily took off into the night. Well, okay, no one has canceled the boomerang rule, deceiving compatriots in holy places. But maybe it's for the best, because I would have taken the black one myself, and this sky blue one was perfect for a photo shoot. So who knows this girl, hello to her, you will look at the photo on her social networks, it was in December 2023, she was in a sky-blue abaya with a golden braid, a short blonde skinny smart, with long curled hair, you know this is the same liar. In the end, I also wished you a good rest, as all scoundrels do. She ruined the whole impression of the visit, it was unpleasant. But it's your own fault. I don't like deception.
A grandiose structure! Very rich and beautiful! Magnificent marble and carpets. Huge crystal chandeliers. I liked that it turned out to be fast to get through with pre-registration and receiving a QR code. And although there are not many people in queues, everything moves quickly. We got from the city by bus. I recommend a visit.