Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is one of the world's largest mosques, built between 1996 and 2007 on the vision of the UAE's founder, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who is buried on its grounds, to symbolize Islamic unity and architectural splendor.

Covering over 555,000 square meters with capacity for 55,000 worshippers, it features 82 white marble domes, four 106-meter minarets blending Arab, Moorish, Mughal, and Fatimid styles, over 1,000 columns inlaid with precious stones using pietra dura technique, the largest hand-knotted carpet by 1,200 Iranian artisans, and seven Swarovski chandeliers including the world's largest at 12 meters wide.

Constructed by 3,800 workers from around the globe with materials from Italy, India, Germany, and more, its vast marble courtyard, reflective pools, and floral mosaics draw millions yearly as a beacon of peace open to all faiths.