Tourist Attraction
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (Muscat)
Curated with Muscat ShapersThe Muscat hub of the Global Shapers Community, a World Economic Forum youth initiative. They helped gather Oman's regions, attractions and trails.Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (Muscat) is a top attraction in Muscat, Oman.
- Entry
- Free
- Duration
- 1-2 hours
About
The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the main mosque of Oman, located in Muscat and completed in 2001. It can accommodate up to 20,000 worshippers and is renowned for its 90-metre main minaret, a 50-metre interior dome, a giant Italian-made crystal chandelier and one of the world's largest single-piece hand-woven Persian carpets. Non-Muslim visitors are welcome during designated morning hours, with a modest dress code.
Visitor Notes
Non-Muslims allowed mornings outside prayer times Dress in long clothing so you are not denied access (+ veil for women)
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Entry to Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque (Muscat) is free.