Thursday 02 / May / 2024
1. Al Rasool Al A’dham
Located on the iconic Muttrah Corniche, Al Rasool Al A’dham Mosque, or Mosque of the Great Prophet (PBUH), is a historic mosque that goes back to the 15th century. It holds a significant place in the lives of the Lawati families who traditionally ran trade business from the Muttrah Souq a few steps away.
2. Asmaa Bint Alawi
Located in the posh area of Madinat Al Ilam, the Asmaa Bint Alawi mosque, commonly known as Asmaa Mosque, is an architectural masterpiece. It was built in 1986 by Qais Al Zawawi and his siblings, and named after their beloved mother, Asmaa. The grounds are lovely to walk through and, if you are Muslim, it is a great place to pray.
3. Al Zulfa
Al Zulfa Mosque, also known as The Royal Guard of Oman Mosque, is located right on Sultan Qaboos highway in Seeb, facing the Palace of Bait Al Baraka. It was opened in 1992 and is known for its 20 iconic green-coloured domes.
4. Abdul Munim Bin Yousef Al Zawawi
Known as the Zawawi Mosque, this holy place was built in 1985 by Abdul Munim bin Yousef Al Zawawi’s son Omar and his siblings. It’s located opposite the ministries district. Both exterior and interior are remarkable and it is one of Muscat’s iconic structures.
5. Al Araimi
Al Araimi Mosque is located in Shatti Al Qurum near the Grand Hyatt Hotel. Opened by Hilal bin Saud bin Hareb Al Busaidi in 1994, it has a great exterior and even greater interior design. Its strategic location by the beach makes it a great place to pass by after coffee by the sea.
