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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. 1. 2. 3. The new mosque was conceived as a regional size mosque in 2009. Being the spiritual and religious capital of Oman, Nizwa is a fitting location for a major mosque second only to the Grand Mosque in Muscat. Simplicity of form and selective use of decoration are characteristics that distinguish the new mosque
Nizwa was the capital of Oman in the 6th and 7th centuries AD. With its deep connection to the root of Islam, Nizwa possesses a number of renowned mosques, such as Sultan Qaboos Jama (Friday mosque), So'al Mosque built in the 2nd century AH (9th century AD), Ash-Shawathinah Mosque in Uqr and Ash-Sharja Mosque. There are also Al-Ain Mosque, Ash
Browse 259 sultan qaboos grande mosque photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more photos and images. of 5. Browse Getty Images' premium collection of high-quality, authentic Sultan Qaboos Grande Mosque stock photos, royalty-free images, and pictures. We found 34 vacation rentals — enter your dates for availability. If you want to to stay within easy reach of Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, scroll through and discover vacation rentals to find the perfect home base for your trip. Whether you’re staying in a vacation home with a group or just with your pet, you'll find the amenities you need Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman, the Arab world's longest-serving ruler, has died aged 79. The sultan deposed his father in a bloodless coup with British support in 1970 and set Oman on a Top ways to experience Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque and nearby attractions. Sohar Full-Day Sightseeing Tour. 4WD Tours. from. C$104.27. per adult. Muscat City Tour from Dubai with free visa & Omani lunch. 5. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque Inaugurated just over a decade ago, this contemporary Islamic mosque is, perhaps, the capital's greatest attraction and largest place of worship. The handwoven prayer hall carpet alone is a site to take in - its 1,700,000,000 knots took 4 years and 600 craftswomen to weave, and the carpet's total weight exceeds a .