The mosque features a chandelier system utilizing LED lighting to minimize energy consumption.
The interior contains over 60 stained glass windows handcrafted in Istanbul.
It is one of the few mosques in the United Arab Emirates that permits non-Muslim visitors for organized cultural tours.
The carpets are custom-made from high-quality wool sourced from New Zealand.
The mosque's design was inspired specifically by the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey.
It serves as a registered community center under the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department.
The total built-up area of the mosque complex covers approximately 8,700 square meters.
Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque is a prominent modern Ottoman-style place of worship inspired by Istanbul's Blue Mosque. It houses a library containing approximately 4,000 Islamic books and rare manuscripts. The structure features 21 domes and four minarets that reach 65 meters in height. The interior is decorated with over 60 stained glass windows and intricate calligraphic inscriptions. Its construction utilizes white Turkish stone, giving it a distinct exterior facade. The facility functions as a cultural center, hosting educational seminars and interfaith dialogues. It accommodates approximately 2,000 worshippers simultaneously. The mosque is situated in the residential district of Al Safa 1, providing a contrast to the surrounding city architecture.
The main courtyard entrance which captures the alignment of the central domes and minarets against the sky.
Check the official website for scheduled guided tour timings for non-Muslim visitors.
Arrive early for tours to participate in the introductory session held in the courtyard.
Ensure your mobile phone is set to silent mode before entering the prayer hall.
Do not enter the prayer hall during active prayer times if you are not participating in the service.
Guided tours for non-Muslims are typically suspended on Fridays.
Visitors must dress modestly covering shoulders and knees; women are provided with an abaya and headscarf; men must wear long trousers; footwear must be removed before entering the carpeted prayer area.
