Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre Ranked Amongst World’s Top Tourist Attractions

Amongst the key sites of interest in Abu Dhabi, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC) was recently ranked among the top tourist attractions in the world by TripAdvisor. In June this year, as reported by many news agencies, the SZGMC came in fourth in the “Top Attractions – World” subcategory; this was part of the ‘Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2022: The Best of the Best Destinations’ by TripAdvisor based on traveller ratings and reviews. It also came in first place in the “Top Attractions – Middle East” category as well as ninth in the category of “Top Cultural and Historical Tours – World”.

A sacred site for Muslims, the mosque also attracts worshippers and visitors from all cultures and religions; as reported in July this year, in the first half of 2022, it welcomed over 1.5 million guests. Those in search of hotel apartments Abu Dhabi has to offer within easy reach of this attraction can stay at properties like Oaks Liwa Executive Suites Abu Dhabi; on a visit, travelers can take in its stunning Islamic architecture and grand interiors including the world’s largest carpet in the main prayer hall as well as various exhibition halls and the Souq Aljami (market).