Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

White marble domes, floral mosaics and reflecting pools fill Abu Dhabi’s grand mosque, illuminated with lunar lighting after dark.

Use designated poolside photo stops for reflections of the domes and arcades, then stay for the blue-hour lighting. Women need loose clothing to ankles and wrists plus a headscarf covering all hair; men should cover legs and avoid sleeveless or tight tops. Photography is limited to designated stops, professional equipment needs a permit, and drones are banned. Leave food, drinks, lighters and e-cigarettes behind.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Time needed
Half a day

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Eat & drink

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

White marble domes, floral mosaics and reflecting pools fill Abu Dhabi’s grand mosque, illuminated with lunar lighting after dark.

Use designated poolside photo stops for reflections of the domes and arcades, then stay for the blue-hour lighting. Women need loose clothing to ankles and wrists plus a headscarf covering all hair; men should cover legs and avoid sleeveless or tight tops. Photography is limited to designated stops, professional equipment needs a permit, and drones are banned. Leave food, drinks, lighters and e-cigarettes behind.

Best light
Sunset
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Time needed
Half a day

Get around

Eat & drink

Sleep

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