Which country is home to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi?

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is in the United Arab Emirates.

The mosque is named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s founding president and the ruler of Abu Dhabi. Construction began in 1996, and the building opened for worship in 2007. It is one of the country’s best-known landmarks and a major destination for visitors.

The complex combines architectural influences from several Islamic traditions. Its white marble exterior, reflective pools, large courtyards, domes, and minarets create its distinctive appearance. The main prayer hall contains one of the world’s largest hand-knotted carpets and a large chandelier decorated with crystals.

The mosque is sometimes confused with Abu Dhabi’s broader religious and cultural complex, but the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a specific building in the capital. Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, while Dubai is its largest city and the location of the Burj Khalifa.