Iranian Mosque, Bur Dubai, Shia mosque in Bur Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Description
The Iranian Mosque is a prayer house in Bur Dubai designed with Persian architectural elements, featuring blue tilework patterns and a distinctive onion-shaped dome. The building also contains a library with around 14,000 books in multiple languages.
History
The mosque was founded in 1979 and is one of the oldest buildings of its kind in Dubai. It was established with support from the Iranian Red Crescent and has shaped the city's religious life ever since.
Culture
The mosque serves as a central gathering place for the Iranian community in Dubai, offering spaces for religious practices and learning. Visitors can experience how Iranian traditions shape the religious life of the city.
Practical
The mosque is located near the Textile Souk and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should know that guided tours are offered through the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding to explore the building with more insight.
Did you know?
The mosque regularly welcomes non-Muslim visitors during special guided tours, a rare opportunity at this sacred site. This approach helps foster dialogue between different cultures in Dubai.
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