worth the flight from the UK alone. Considered coverting to Islam on the basis for the Grand Mosque!! Beautiful more

The Grand Mosque is incredibly impressive. Until recently, it featured the largest woven carpet in the world (evidently a new carpet in Abu Dhabi is now larger). The mosque is very new, but the architecture is traditional and classic. The mosque is open weekday mornings. Women must be covered, although the mosque is very welcoming to non-muslim tourists. This is... more

Really worth going to see the Mosque. Although new, it's really lovely. Biggest tip is for ladies - make sure you have something to cover their heads, ankles and wrists - otherwise you'll be turned away (my shirt was long sleeved by didn't quite reach my hands and I was refused entry. There are some local shops nearby if you... more

A just amazing building. Very easy to visit on your own - no need to take a tourist trip! There is plenty of parking on site. AT the tourist entrance there is a shop selling a guide to the Mosque - 1 rial. They also give you an excellent free map of Oman which is useful if travelling by car.... more

Having just come back from Oman and looking at my photos of the newly built Sultan Quaboos State Mosque I have to enthuse about its grace and majesty. It is an awesome but not overpowering building and both an addition and tribute to Omani culture. To visit is a spiritual experience. It is extraordinary to think that the architect is... more

This beautiful building is open to the public (non Muslim) between 8 - 11 every morning except Thursday and Friday. It is simply stunning in its design and very tasteful. The main prayer room is a work of art to rival any other religious building. Entry is free. Women must cover their arms and head plus trousers or skirts down... more