Can Mosques in the UAE be Visited by Non-Muslims?
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- Aparna Patel
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- 31 Jul, 2023
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According to the Dubai authorities, the Jumeirah Mosque is “the only mosque in Dubai which is open to the public and dedicated to receiving non-Muslim guests.” (At least insofar as going inside is concerned, I can’t speak to the grounds, and you can certainly see mosques from the outside around the city.)
They operate a tour most days:
The Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding hosts visits of
the Grand Jumeirah Mosque 6 days a week Saturday through Thursday at
10:00am. You do not need a reservation to attend this visit, but you
must arrive at the main entrance to the Jumeirah Mosque by
approximately 9.45am. Each tour lasts approximately 75 minutes. The
tour cost 20 AED per person including water, dates, Arabic coffee,
tea, and traditional pastries. Children under 12 are free. Parties of
10 or more should contact the SMCCU prior to your visit.Modest dress is preferred, however traditional attire can be borrowed
from the Mosque.
If you want even more, the page goes on to indicate that it is possible to arrange a private visit of the Jumeirah Mosque, along with several other mosques, if you contact them in advance.
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