Essence of sharjah

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By Indira Kasaeva The Essence of Sharjah

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By Indira Kasaeva

The Essence of Sharjah

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Sharjah has over 600 mosques. Al Noor mosque is the only one open to non-muslims through guided tours.

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Al Noor Mosque means Mosque of Light, constructed by a model of a Turkish Mosque.

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Al Majaz Mosque is located inside Majaz Park.

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Al Huda mosque fits about 2,200 people. On Fridays that is not enough.

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Corniche Creek Mosque, located near Radisson Blue Hotel, is the only golden domed mosque.

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Another perspective. Sharjah is famous for Mosques and for being green.

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The only Shia Mosque in the emirate.

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ENTRANCE TO THE MOSQUE IS RESTRICTED TO MUSLIMS ONLY- says the note.

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King Faisal Mosque is also the Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs. The prayer halls can accommodate 17,000 people.

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Minarets call for prayers. Shot in the morning.