Since it had always been a dream to see the world-famous Sheikh Zayid Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, it finally came true. By the way, similar to the Hassan II Mosque in Morocco, this is one of the few mosques in the entire Emirates that non-Muslims are also allowed to visit.
The world-famous mosque is one of the most beautiful and fascinating buildings. It is on the bucket list of many visitors to the Emirates. You may ask yourself:
How to visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
Driving a taxi is always one of those things. Often way too overpriced. In some countries like Thailand, no driver wants to turn on the taximeter, so you always have to negotiate. Or you just switch to alternatives like Uber.
However, this alternative is more of a luxury in the Emirates and a lot more expensive than the good old taxi.
So you order one from the hotel and go on a taxi ride of about one to one and a half hours. The nice thing about it is that the long ride for both ways will cost you about 240 Dirham, which is the equivalent of about $65. As long as you can share this cost with a few travel friends, it’s really no big deal.
Arrived in Abu Dhabi at the Sheikh Zayid Mosque you already come at the first sight no longer from the amazement.
You will find rarely something so huge, outstanding, perfect and incredibly beautiful in the world! The third largest mosque in the world next to the one in Mecca in Saudi Arabia and Casablanca im Morocco convinces with its uniqueness.
The mosque, mainly consisting of brilliant white marble shines in its beauty and is a real feast for the eyes.
For your completely free entrance, please note the following:
Even from the outside, every visitor is fascinated by the appearance of the Sheikh Zayid Grand Mosque. This also serves as the tomb of Sheikh Zayid, the founder of the Emirates.
Incredibly beautiful and impressive in every corner. The bright white marble facade and the numerous ornaments of gold leaf make the mosque a place of 1’001 nights.
Taxi: $65 / both ways
Activity: free!
