Visit Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Your expert local guide will lead you through the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, an extraordinary example of contemporary Islamic architecture and one of Oman’s defining landmarks.

From the moment you approach, the symmetry and scale are impressive, yet it is inside where the craftsmanship truly reveals itself.

The vast main prayer hall is remarkable in both scale and detail, illuminated by a monumental Swarovski crystal chandelier and carpeted with an immense hand-woven Persian silk rug, among the largest in the world. The materials reflect a global standard of artistry, with the exterior clad in warm Rajasthani sandstone and the interiors finished in finely polished Italian marble. Every element speaks of precision, reverence and ambition, creating a space that is both grand and deeply serene.

What you’ll do

• Explore Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, Oman’s most important religious landmark.
• Admire the vast prayer hall and its intricate chandeliers and carved details.
• See the immense hand-woven Persian carpet that covers the main hall floor.
• Learn about Islamic architecture and the mosque’s role in modern Omani society.