A man walks past the central water feature at Wahat Al Karama, a shallow pool designed to capture the reflections of The Memorial and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Christopher Pike / The National
A man walks past the central water feature at Wahat Al Karama, a shallow pool designed to capture the reflections of The Memorial and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Christopher Pike / The National
A man walks past the central water feature at Wahat Al Karama, a shallow pool designed to capture the reflections of The Memorial and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Christopher Pike / The National
A man walks past the central water feature at Wahat Al Karama, a shallow pool designed to capture the reflections of The Memorial and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Christopher Pike / The National

UAE

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in incredible 360

Take a look at one of Abu Dhabi’s most recognisable landmarks in stunning 360-degree images

The National

October 19, 2017

  • English
  • Arabic

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre is a structure celebrated the world over. Situated in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi, has welcomed thousands of residents and tourists alike through its doors.

Spanning over 12 hectares in size, the Grand Mosque took some eleven years to complete.

In 2014, TripAdvisor placed it second on the world’s top 25 landmarks list. It's no wonder it has become one of the most photographed tourist locations in the world. Take a look at these stunning 360-degree images.

RESULTS

6.30pm: Handicap (rated 100 ) US$175,000 1,200m
Winner: Baccarat, William Buick (jockey), Charlie Appleby (trainer)

7.05pm: Handicap (78-94) $60,000 1,800m
Winner: Baroot, Christophe Soumillon, Mike de Kock

7.40pm: Firebreak Stakes Group 3 $200,000 1,600m
Winner: Heavy Metal, Mickael Barzalona, Salem bin Ghadayer

8.15pm: Handicap (95-108) $125,000 1,200m
Winner: Yalta, Mickael Barzalona, Salem bin Ghadayer

8.50pm: Balanchine Group 2 $200,000 1,800m
Winner: Promising Run, Pat Cosgrave, Saeed bin Suroor

9.25pm: Handicap (95-105) $125,000 1,800m
Winner: Blair House, James Doyle, Charlie Appleby

10pm: Handicap (95-105) $125,000 1,400m
Winner: Oh This Is Us, Tom Marquand, Richard Hannon

The specs

Engine: 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbocharged and three electric motors

Power: Combined output 920hp

Torque: 730Nm at 4,000-7,000rpm

Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic

Fuel consumption: 11.2L/100km

On sale: Now, deliveries expected later in 2025

Price: expected to start at Dh1,432,000

While you're here
Key facilities
  • Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
  • Premier League-standard football pitch
  • 400m Olympic running track
  • NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
  • 600-seat auditorium
  • Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
  • An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
  • AR and VR-enabled learning centres
  • Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
The specs: Lamborghini Aventador SVJ

Price, base: Dh1,731,672

Engine: 6.5-litre V12

Gearbox: Seven-speed automatic

Power: 770hp @ 8,500rpm

Torque: 720Nm @ 6,750rpm

Fuel economy: 19.6L / 100km

Notable Yas events in 2017/18

October 13-14 KartZone (complimentary trials)

December 14-16 The Gulf 12 Hours Endurance race

March 5 Yas Marina Circuit Karting Enduro event

March 8-9 UAE Rotax Max Challenge

Paatal Lok season two

Directors: Avinash Arun, Prosit Roy 

Stars: Jaideep Ahlawat, Ishwak Singh, Lc Sekhose, Merenla Imsong

Rating: 4.5/5

Killing of Qassem Suleimani
UAESheikh Zayed Grand MosqueAbu DhabiTourism