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Sultan Bin Ahmed opens the Quran Mosque in Sharjah
Gulf Today
|August 22, 2025
Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Gasimi, the Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of Arada, officially opened the Quran Mosque on Thursday afternoon in Aljada, Sharjah.
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The mosque is one of the largest in Sharjah, designed without columns inside, allowing for an unobstructed space for worshippers. It covers a large area of 6,388 square metres.
During the inauguration, Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed performed the Dhuhr prayer at the mosque, which can hold up to 3,000 worshippers.
This includes 1,600 people in the main prayer area, 1,000 in the outdoor courtyard, and 400 in the women's section.
The mosque features an impressive circular dome and a tall minaret that rises 39 metres.
Its exterior combines simple designs with beautiful Arabic calligraphy, enhancing the overall architectural appearance and creating an eye-catching contrast.
He received an update on the new mosque, which features a modern Islamic design and includes various amenities.
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