Sheikh Zayed Mosque, United Arab Emirates

Sheikh Zayid Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, is the landmark of national importance in UAE. There are 40,000 people in the mosque. The huge snow-white building with the numerous domes and the fine gilding painting surprises with the magnificent figure. The main hall of the mosque is counted on 7,000 people. Next door is the impressive and large men's and women's rooms.

The area of ​​the architectural complex is 17,000 square meters, containing 57 domes and 117 minarets. It is also home to the world's largest carpet, with an area of ​​5627 square meters and a weight of 47 tonnes. The main attraction of the mosque is that the people of any denomination can visit them. The entrance to the mosque is free. Tourists have a unique opportunity to stroll through the giant halls and to appreciate the chic gilding and marble furnishings.

Under the ceiling of the main dome, there is still a striking 'ornament' - the largest chandelier in the world weighing 8 tons. The main jewelery of the small courtyards of the mosque is the colored marble, from which the incredibly beautiful mosaics and ornaments are formed on the floor. Sheikh Zayid Mosque is a real leader after a number of outstanding parameters. Travelers who wish to view the interior of the mosque must comply with some national rules and traditions. The mosque can only be visited at the time when there are no general prayers in it. Before the entrance you have to take off the shoes Next - Al-Haram Mosque