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Gilded Majesty: Journey into the Alluring Secrets of the Church Aglow with Tens of Tons of Captivating Gold

One of the most remarkable religious structures in the world is the mosque named after the founding president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The church’s enchanted splendor at night

The church is Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Nahyan. This religious edifice honors UAE founder Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Nahyan. The third greatest Islamic architectural masterpiece in the world is in Abu Dhabi, roughly two hours from Dubai, and the only cathedral that allows woмen to enter through the front entrance.

The pillars are shaped like a date tree and have gold inlay on them

The Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Nahyan Grand Mosque. The area covered by Arabic, Mughal, and Moorish architecture is nearly 22,000 square meters. The church has four gates and eighty-two domes. In 2007, the $5.5 BιIIιоn project was concluded.

Marble background

Greek white marble covers the exterior of the cathedral. More than a tҺouꜱand columns line the interior chamber. Date trees from the Middle East adorn each column. Gold and gorgeous stones are frequently used as ornaments. The chandeliers with Koran engravings are 24K gold-plated.

The main prayer hall inside

The Grand Temple comprises a prayer chamber for 8,000 people as well as two smaller prayer spaces for common devotees and woмen. All guests must remove their sandals and conceal their bodies.

Giant chandelier

The cathedral boasts a world-record-setting carpet of almost 6000m2. The 47-ton carpet is stitchless. 1200 people labored 18 months with 2.2 BιIIιоn stitches.

 

The giant carpet is hand-woven by thousands of skilled craftsmen

Islamic Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Nahyan Mosque. Famous architects and craftspeople from several nations developed the spectacular work.