Al Fateh Mosque and corniche

Al Fateh Mosque is commonly known as the Grand Mosque. This enormous building has its huge dome and two minarets. The mosque houses the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, a library and a conference centre. Non-Muslims can visit at any time, except during prayer time. Nobody wearing shorts is admitted. Ladies can borrow an abaya.

 

Al Fateh Corniche

 If you are already in this place, you’ve to walk around on the Al Fateh Corniche. You’ll appreciate the big Water Fountain, probably inspired from Geneva in Switzerland. You’ll also find a bowling, an ice rink, restaurants, beach volley, a camel tour, aso.