The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is a magnificent symbol of Islamic architecture, blending traditional and modern design. It features 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. Its white marble facade and reflective pools create a serene atmosphere, while intricate calligraphy and chandeliers adorned with Swarovski crystals enhance its beauty. Nearby, the BAPS Hindu Mandir is under construction, set to be a grand cultural landmark. Made of hand-carved pink sandstone and white marble, it celebrates Indian heritage. It will include prayer halls, cultural exhibits, and community spaces, symbolizing harmony and Abu Dhabi’s cultural diversity.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Air Conditioned Vehichle
✔ Bottled water
✔ Pick Up and Drop Off
✖ Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup Locations
1. The Eclipse Boutique Suites
2. Rosewood Abu Dhabi
3. Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi
4. OYO 416 Home 2101,3102,5201
5. Jumeirah Saadiyat Island
6. Nurai Island
7. Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, an IHG hotel
8. Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
9. Metropolitan Al Mafraq Hotel
10. Beach Rotana
11. InterContinental Residences Abu Dhabi, an IHG hotel
12. Al Rawda Arjaan by Rotana
13. Al Diar Mina Hotel
14. Royal M Hotel And Resort
15. Al Diar Regency Hotel
16. Paragon Hotel
17. OYO 418 Home 1508
18. Al Diar Dana Hotel
19. Al Hamra Plaza Residence Abu Dhabi
20. Al Maya Island Resort
Additional Info: Please wait at your hotel lobby 5 minutes before your pick up time.
Itinerary
1
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
Attend prayers: The mosque offers regular congregational prayers, including all five daily Islamic rituals and Friday's communal gatherings.
Explore the architecture: The mosque is a masterpiece of modern architecture, featuring:
82 domes
Over 1,000 columns
24-carat-gold gilded chandeliers
The world's largest hand-knotted carpet
White marble
Beautiful mosaics
Picturesque domes
Beautiful lamps
Duration: 1.5 hours
2
Baps Hindu Mandir, Abu Dhabi
The mandir incorporates all aspects and features of a traditional Hindu mandir as part of a fully functional, social, cultural, and spiritual complex. The complex includes a visitor centre, prayer halls, exhibitions, learning areas, a sports area for children, thematic gardens, water features, a food court, a gift shop. The mandir has 100 sensors in the foundation and over 350 sensors throughout the mandir to provide data on earthquake activity, temperature variations, and pressure changes.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Additional info
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
