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Gulf Insider
02-03-2025
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- Gulf Insider
Watch: New Mosque Opens In Dubai Marina To Serve Up To 1,647 Worshippers
As scores of Muslims gather at mosques daily during the holy month of Ramadan, a newly inaugurated mosque in Dubai Marina, with a capacity of 1,647 worshippers, was announced by the emirate's media office. The design of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Mosque was inspired by Ottoman art, according to a statement from Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department. Equipped with modern facilities to ensure the comfort of worshippers, the new mosque spans 5,021.31 square metres. It features a courtyard, ablution areas, parking spaces and prayer halls designed according the highest standards. Dubbed by the department as 'a model for contemporary mosques that cater to the diverse needs of the community', the mosque also features designated areas for people of determination. It can accommodate up to 1,647 worshippers including 1,397 men and 250 women. Take a look at the facility's architecture and interior design: The inauguration ceremony was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. 'This inauguration marks a significant step in Dubai's urban development journey, reflecting a strong commitment to enhancing religious infrastructure in line with the city's growing population and ensuring high-quality services for worshippers and visitors alike,' the department said in the statement.
Khaleej Times
02-03-2025
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- Khaleej Times
Watch: New mosque opens in Dubai Marina to serve up to 1,647 worshippers
As scores of Muslims gather at mosques daily during the holy month of Ramadan, a newly inaugurated mosque in Dubai Marina, with a capacity of 1,647 worshippers, was announced by the emirate's media office. The design of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Mosque was inspired by Ottoman art, according to a statement from Dubai's Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department. Equipped with modern facilities to ensure the comfort of worshippers, the new mosque spans 5,021.31 square metres. It features a courtyard, ablution areas, parking spaces and prayer halls designed according the highest standards. Dubbed by the department as "a model for contemporary mosques that cater to the diverse needs of the community", the mosque also features designated areas for people of determination. It can accommodate up to 1,647 worshippers including 1,397 men and 250 women. Take a look at the facility's architecture and interior design: @IACADDUBAI — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 1, 2025 The inauguration ceremony was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. "This inauguration marks a significant step in Dubai's urban development journey, reflecting a strong commitment to enhancing religious infrastructure in line with the city's growing population and ensuring high-quality services for worshippers and visitors alike," the department said in the statement.
