Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah

The Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Fujairah, is the main mosque in the Emirate of Fujairah, and the second largest in the U.A.E. after the mosque with the same name in Abu Dhabi.

History

The mosque opened in 2015, and Fujairah's ruler, Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, led the first Eid prayers.

Geography

The mosque is located on Mohammed bin Matar Road in central Fujairah City.

Structure

Similar in appearance to the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, this large white mosque is a landmark that is visible from many locations in the centre of the city. It can hold around 28,000 worshippers, and measures. It has 65 domes and six minarets, between in height. The courtyard of the mosque, with fountains and gardens, can hold 14,000 people.