Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Mosque, Abu Dhabi

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The Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Mosque is one the most iconic and prominent architectural monuments of Islamic architecture in the UAE.

The Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Mosque is one the most iconic and prominent architectural monuments of Islamic architecture in the UAE.

Combining Mamluk, Ottoman and Fatimid styles, the design of the minarets fuse the wide and diverse Islamic world into one summation of art and beauty. The defining feature is its large dome that is ornamented with calligraphy verses from the Quran.

Overall, the Mosque consists of the Main Haram Building, 4 Minarets, Arcades, Ablution building, Service Block, and hard and soft landscaping areas for Car Parks.