Mosque means a “place of worship for Muslims.” It derives from the Arabic word “Masjid,” which means “place of prostration.” A special Friday prayer known as the Muslims performed the Jumma Prayer at central mosques in history. But now, almost every Mosque managed to accomplish the Jumma prayer. Every Mosque is beautiful and a place to get peace of mind and soul, but some have unique significance due to their history or design. In this article, I will list the most beautiful and famous mosques in the world, apart from the functions of a mosque. Every place of worship is a place to ensure Inner peace and happiness.

1.Masjid Al Haram

Largest Mosque in World

Masjid al-Haram, located in the City of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, with a capacity of 4,000,000, is the largest mosque in the world. The famous Masjid Al Haram, also known as the “Great Mosque of Mecca,” is the center of the Muslim worldThe Masjid Al Haram, located in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia, surrounds the Kaaba and is a site for Muslims to perform the compulsory Hajj pilgrimage.The Holiest place on earth also includes significant and holiest sites. These sites include Zamzam Well, Black Stone, Muqam e Ibrahim, and the hills of Safa and Marwa.Most Beautiful Mosques in the World

Main Features of a Mosque

The following are standard features of the simplest Mosque:

1. A prayer Hall with a wall marked as Mihrab
2. A niche that indicates the “direction of Mecca (Qibla).”Muslims must face Qibla (Mecca) while performing their prayers.
3. A Special Place with a stand or chair is called a Member.
4. The Scholar of the Mosque (Imam) Delivers his address from the Minber.
5. A minaret
6. A dome
7. A place to wash face and other body parts (Wudu)
8. before performing prayers.
9. At least a small adjacent hall where
10. kids learn to read the Quran
11. Most of the mosques also have adjacent rooms or
12. small house for the Scholar
13. of the Mosque (Imam)

Every feature of a mosque has its unique significance.

Functions of Mosque

Mosques are performing many vital functions that are listed below

1. Functions as places for religious gatherings
2. Ramzan worship and special celebrations of the holy month
3. In the past, mosques functioned as elementary to advanced education centers
4. Performance of Funeral prayers
5. Center for religious education and training
6. Nikah ceremony in some mosques
7. Performance of compulsory prayers as well as Eid Prayers and Jumma Prayers.
8. Muslims also perform occasional prayers and special worship during particular months, days, and nights.
9. The Moazan also announced the call of prayer (Azan).
10. From time to time, scholars arrange religious gatherings in mosques.

Mosques are Institutions with the power to work magic in the education and social sectors. However, this is only possible if they are governed by proper management and rules managed by authorities.

2.Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

One of the largest mosques in the world can accommodate 40000 people at once. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a perfect combination of  Islamic and modern architectural designs, it was built to give a message of Islam  “Peace, love and tolerance”.

This massive mosque in Abu Dhabi boasts the world’s largest Persian carpet and German-imported chandeliers adorned with Swarovski crystals. With 82 domes and over 1,000 columns made of marble, gold, semi-precious stones, crystals, and ceramics, it’s a true architectural marvel.

3.Kul Sharif Mosque

The Kul Sharif Mosque, a 16th-century mosque in Kazan, Russia, is steeped in history. It was named after a Religious Scholar, Qul Sharif, who served in the Mosque and later martyred along with his several students while defending Kazan from a Russian army attack. This event is a significant part of the Mosque’s history and is often commemorated by the local community.

The Mosque is not only a source of attraction for Muslims; its beauty and architectural style also attract travelers with no religious connection with the Mosque.

Despite being destroyed in 1952, the Kul Sharif Mosque rose from the ashes, rebuilt with funds mainly provided by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This is a testament to the enduring spirit of faith and beauty, a story that inspires and captivates.

The Kul Sharif Mosque is a 16th-century mosque located in the western part of  Kazan, Russia. It is the largest mosque in Russia and can accommodate 6000 people at a time.  The beautiful mosque is the main religious place in Tatarstan.

It was named after a Religious Scholar Qul Sharif who served in the mosque and later martyred along with his several students while defending Kazan from a Russian army attack fighting against the Russian army.

The mosque is not only a source of attraction for Muslims but its beauty and architectural style attract various travelers who have no religious connection with the mosque.

The Mosque was once destroyed in 1952 but rebuilt later with the funds provided mainly by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

4.Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque

The Mosque was built between 1983 and 1987. In 1993, its largest dome was listed in the Guinness Book of Records for a specific period. The prayer hall has two sections, one reserved for women. The Mosque’s structure includes administrative offices, conference rooms, a library, and recreation areas.

There are two portions of the prayer hall, one is reserved for women. The mosque’s structure includes administrative offices, conference rooms, a library, reception and lecture halls.

5.Çamlıca Mosque, Turkey

The Grand Çamlıca Mosque, a modern marvel, was recently built in 2019. With a capacity of 63000 prayers, it is the largest Mosque in Turkey. It is located in Farah, Farah Yolu Sk. No:87, 34692 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey . No:87, 34692 Üsküdar/İstanbul, Turkey, the Mosque blends Ottoman and Neoclassical architectural styles. It features a library, an art gallery, and a historical museum, making it a contemporary cultural hub.

6.The Blue Mosque Istanbul

The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, is situated in Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey. Constructed in the 16th century, it serves as an active mosque accommodating up to 10,000 people and is a major tourist attraction. The mosque, renowned for its six minarets, showcases Islamic and Ottoman architecture. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

7.Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia is a grand mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, officially called the Holy Hagia Sophia. It is one of the most beautiful mosques in the world. The Mosque was first built as a cathedral in the 6th century and then converted to the Grand Mosque in 1935. It is located at Sultanahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. It is located at Sultanahmet, Ayasofya Meydanı No:1, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey. The interior of the Mosque is heavily covered with gold mosaic on the ceiling and is enriched with artistically huge marble pillar walls, floors, and columns. Beneath the dome are 40 windows, each intricately designed with [specific design details].

8.Masjid Putra, Malaysia

Beautiful pink Putra Mosque in the daylight, Putrajaya, Malaysia
The Putra Mosque was constructed in 1999 and has a capacity of 15,000 prayers. The construction cost of the Mosque was 250 million MYR. The Putra Mosque is a functioning central mosque in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The Mosque
was built in Islamic, Modern, and Moorish architectural styles.

9.Badshahi Mosque

Badshahi Mosque is a renowned landmark in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Built in 1673 during the Mughal era, the mosque features Islamic, Mughal, and Indo-Islamic architectural styles. It is one of the largest mosques in the world, with the capacity to accommodate 100,000 worshippers.

10.Faisal Mosque

Faisal Mosque, with a capacity of 300,000 worshippers, is the largest mosque in South Asia and the sixth largest in the world. It was built in 1986 in Islamic and contemporary architecture in the capital city of Pakistan, Islamabad. The cost to build the mosque was reported to be 120 million dollars.

11.Masjid e Jehan Numa

Jama Masjid of Delhi is located at Jama Masjid Rd, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi, India. The Jama Masjid, built in 1656, has a capacity for 25000 prayers. It is constructed in Mughal, Islamic, or Indo-Islamic architecture. Thank you!

12.Melaka Straits Mosque

Melaka Straits Mosque was built in 2006 on Malacca Island, Malaysia, at a cost of 10 million MYR. When the water level is high, the mosque appears to be floating on the water.

13.Hassan II Mosque

+The Hassan II Mosque is the 7th largest functioning mosque in the world and the second largest in Africa. It is located at Bd de la Corniche, Casablanca, Morocco. The mosque has a capacity of 105000 and was built at a cost of 400 to 700 million dollars.+

14.Masjid Kristal, Malaysia

The Crystal Mosque, also known as Masjid Kristal, is one of Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia’s most famous landmarks and top tourist attractions. It was constructed in 2008 on the island of Wan Man near the Islamic Heritage Park. The mosque’s structure was built using glass, crystal, and steel, incorporating Islamic, contemporary, Chinese, and Mughal architectural styles. The construction cost an estimated 80 million dollars and the mosque has a capacity for 1500 worshippers at a time.

15.The Grand Mosque Of Central Jawa

Masjid Agung Jawa Tengah or the Great Mosque of Central Jawa was constructed in 2006 with a capacity of 15000 prayers. It is a functioning mosque and also a famous tourists attraction in central Jawa. The Grand Mosque is located at  Jl. Gajah Raya, Sambirejo, Kec. Gayamsari, Kota Semarang, Jawa Tengah 50166, Indonesia.