Shah Faisal Mosque, Islamabad

This mosque, one of the largest mosque in the world, is situed in Islamabad, capital of Pakistan, was built in 1976 with the help of Saudi Arabia (costing around US$120 Millions) in the memories of late King Shah Faisal of Saudi Arabia. The architecture of the mosque is very unique (designed by a turkish architecture, who won it against other 43 proposals), having an area of about 5000 square meters (which can hold approximately 8000 people at atime for the prayers) and still does not have any pillars to support its structure. The design of the mosque is such that all the weight distribution ... more

In my 13 year travel I recognize Pakistan most beautiful place in South Asia .Shah Faisal Mosque is my favorite place. It is the largest Mosque of South Asia and Pakistan. This mosque shows the Islamic culture of Pakistan truly presenting Pakistan an Islamic country. When I first heard about this mosque I didn’t pay any attention. During my journey I visited Pakistan by chance. I was surprised to see the beauty of Pakistan. Before that I thought Pakistan an undeveloped country but I was really astonished to see fascinating scenes. Shah Faisal Mosque is in the capital of Pakistan i.e. in ... more