Al Zarooni Mosque

The Al Zarooni Mosque

A contemplative stop on the Dubai audio-guided tour, the Al Zarooni Mosque recalls that mosques are an integral part of the city's landscape, a fruit of Islam, the predominant religion in the United Arab Emirates.

The architecture of a mosque

Mosques are recognisable by their characteristic form: the main hall, a minaret and domes. The space is divided into two parts, one reserved for women, the other for men, and it is essential to be suitably dressed to enter. Most mosques are not accessible to non-Muslims, and this one is no exception.

What to see

Its exterior, of dazzling whiteness and elegant decoration, is worth a look, especially as it reveals two minarets, the towers from which the call to prayer is given. Observe with respect this religious building, a witness to the central place of faith in Dubai life.

Practical information

The Al Zarooni Mosque is in the Deira district of Dubai. A place of worship, its interior is not accessible to non-Muslim visitors; its exterior can be admired from the street, with respect for the place.

Can the Al Zarooni Mosque be visited ?

Its interior is not accessible to non-Muslims; its exterior can be admired from the street.

What are the minarets for ?

They are the towers from which the call to prayer is given; the Al Zarooni Mosque has two.