Moscow Cathedral Mosque, Congregational mosque in Moscow, Russia
The Moscow Cathedral Mosque is a large building with white marble walls and a central golden dome that rises above the surrounding streets. Two tall minarets frame the structure and can be seen from different points across the city.
The original structure appeared at the start of the 20th century for the Tatar Muslim community living in the city. Between 2011 and 2015 the entire site was rebuilt to accommodate a larger number of worshippers.
The building serves as a central place for Friday prayers and gatherings of Muslim communities throughout the capital. Inside, visitors can see prayer rugs laid across the main hall and Arabic calligraphy decorating the walls.
Visitors should wear clothing that covers arms and legs and remove shoes before stepping inside. Photography inside the prayer areas requires approval from the administration.
The interior is lined with marble panels brought from Turkey, while chandeliers were imported from Saudi Arabia. These materials were specifically shipped for the reconstruction of the building.
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