Unique Mosques
Al Noor Mosque
Al Noor Mosque, built in 2005, showcases stunning Ottoman architecture with intricate patterns and colorful glass, reflecting Islamic heritage. It accommodates approximately 2,200 worshippers and features a separate prayer hall for around 400 women. The mosque also houses the world’s largest wooden charity box, recognized by Guinness World Records in 2014.
Beyond its architectural beauty, Al Noor Mosque symbolizes spirituality and peace. It offers cultural tours for non-Muslims to learn about Islamic civilization in a welcoming environment. Muslims can join tours focusing on Islamic architecture and arts, prominently displayed throughout the mosque.
Al Taqwa Mosque
Al-Taqwa Mosque sits on its throne, with inscriptions and decorations inspired by the Eastern Arab culture, used in writing Quranic verses, on its internal walls, and its external architectural details in the front white facade, and the distinctive location of the mosque Close to Khaled Lake, it makes its garden have a charming view of the water body.
Sharjah Mosque
The largest mosque in Sharjah opened its doors in 2019. The Dh300 million building occupies 185,806 square metres with a capacity to accommodate over 25,000 worshippers. 5000 worshippers, with allocated seating for 610 women, can be accommodated inside.
Saeed Bin Usman Bin Affan Mosque
Souraqqa Ibn Alharith Mosque
Alrajaa Mosque
Maalik Ibn Anas Mosque
Useful links
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Sharjah Islamic AffairsSharjah Islamic Affairs
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Government of Sharjah Department of AwqafGovernment of Sharjah Department of Awqaf
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Sharjah CultureSharjah Culture