• The Mohammad bin Salem Mosque in Ras Al Khaimah is the largest surviving traditional mosque in the UAE. Wam
    The Mohammad bin Salem Mosque in Ras Al Khaimah is the largest surviving traditional mosque in the UAE. Wam
  • Archaeological excavations revealed the presence of an earlier mosque, dating back to the second half of the 18th century. Wam
    Archaeological excavations revealed the presence of an earlier mosque, dating back to the second half of the 18th century. Wam
  • The original architecture, built from coral stone and beach rock, was repaired during the renovation. Wam
    The original architecture, built from coral stone and beach rock, was repaired during the renovation. Wam
  • During the restoration work, modern additions were removed. Wam
    During the restoration work, modern additions were removed. Wam
  • The mosque has undergone several renovations and expansion phases to date. Wam
    The mosque has undergone several renovations and expansion phases to date. Wam
  • It features 60 internal columns and an impressive mangrove wood ceiling. Wam
    It features 60 internal columns and an impressive mangrove wood ceiling. Wam
  • Records suggest people have been gathering to pray on the site for at least 400 years. Wam
    Records suggest people have been gathering to pray on the site for at least 400 years. Wam
  • A Quran is on display inside the mosque. Wam
    A Quran is on display inside the mosque. Wam
  • The restoration also saw the reconstruction of the area used for the call to prayer (minara). Wam
    The restoration also saw the reconstruction of the area used for the call to prayer (minara). Wam
  • The precise attention to detail and craftsmanship can be seen throughout. Wam
    The precise attention to detail and craftsmanship can be seen throughout. Wam
  • The design and coral colours create a charming, soothing space. Wam
    The design and coral colours create a charming, soothing space. Wam
  • A wonder to behold, non-Muslims are welcome to enter the Mohammad bin Salem Mosque outside of prayer times. Wam
    A wonder to behold, non-Muslims are welcome to enter the Mohammad bin Salem Mosque outside of prayer times. Wam

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Inside the Mohammed bin Salem Mosque in Ras Al Khaimah - in pictures

The architectural gem, which dates back to the late 19th century, has been painstakingly restored

The National

April 29, 2021

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