Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Place of worship·Abu DhabiMentioned by Lonely Planet
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
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“The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a mosque located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. It is the country's largest mosque, and is the key place of worship for daily Islamic prayers. There is a smaller replica of this mosque in Surakarta, a city in Indonesia.”
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Lonely PlanetOct 13

Dubai vs Abu Dhabi: Which City Should You Visit in the UAE?

Just how different are Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Two writers go head-to-head to try and convince you to choose their beloved destination.

masterpiece of contemporary Islamic design

17 things in this story
  • Saadiyat Cultural DistrictNeighborhoodwill showcase largest cluster of cultural structures
  • Louvre Abu DhabiMuseumbreathtaking with palm-frond-inspired interior
  • Qasr Al SarabHoteldesert resort with coffee-drinking hospitality
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand MosquePlace of worshipmasterpiece of contemporary Islamic design
  • Capital GateHotelbuilding with the world’s greatest tilt
  • Masdar CitySuburbbuilt with recycled materials, focused on energy efficiency
  • Yas IslandNeighborhoodisland dedicated to high-adrenaline fun
  • Ferrari WorldTheme parkworld’s fastest roller coaster
  • CornicheSightstroll along the waterfront
  • Arabian Saluki CentreSightplace for dog-rearing
  • Falcon HospitalSightplace for bird-husbandry
  • Liwa OasisAttractionsand dune for storytelling
  • Elsewhere
  • Dubai CreekSightDubai, United Arab Emirateswhere the city began, along the creek
  • Bur DubaiNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab EmiratesThe name is a reference to the traditional separation of the area from Deira by the creek.
  • Global VillageSightDubai, United Arab Emiratesdeliciously kitschy turbocharged amusement park
  • Frying Pan AdventuresPlaceDubai, United Arab Emiratesoffers walking tours with focus on immigrant cultures
  • DeiraNeighborhoodDubai, United Arab Emirates
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Lonely PlanetSep 20

A Cultural Guide to Abu Dhabi

Discover the culture behind the skyscrapers with this guide to the museums and cultural spaces of Abu Dhabi.

defining landmark and final resting place of Sheikh Zayed

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