Egypt’s Islamic Cultural Center
Religion
AffiliationIslam
StatusActive
Location
LocationNew Administrative Capital, Egypt
Geographic coordinates30°00′06″N 31°45′17″E / 30.0017°N 31.7547°E / 30.0017; 31.7547
Architecture
TypeMosque
Stylemodern Islamic Egyptian style
Completed2022
Specifications
Capacity135,000
Dome(s)1 (world's heaviest dome)
Minaret(s)2

Egypt’s Islamic Cultural Center[1][2] is a major mosque and architectural landmark located in Cairo, Egypt. The mosque was completed in 2022 and serves as a symbol of Islamic unity, faith, and cultural heritage in Egypt. It is one of the largest mosques in Africa, covering an area of 250,000 square meters with a capacity of 120,000 worshippers.

History

The construction of the Egypt Grand Mosque was initiated by the Egyptian government as part of a larger project to enhance Cairo's image as an international center of Islamic culture.

Architecture

The Islamic Cultural Centre is located at the heart of the Governmental District and nears Route 11, the presidential axis, and the People's Square in the north. From the south, the Mohamed Bin Zayed Northern Road encircles the structure on a plateau of 24 metres.[3]

The Egypt Grand Mosque's design combines traditional Islamic architecture with modern elements, taking inspiration from the natural landscape of the Nile Delta. The mosque's outer structure resembles a blooming lotus flower, symbolizing purity and spiritual growth. Its interior is adorned with intricate geometric patterns, calligraphy, and various natural elements that reflect the rich Islamic artistic heritage.

The mosque's main components include a central prayer hall, a library, an Islamic museum, a conference center, and various educational facilities. The 2 minarets are 140m higher above the upper courtyard, which serve both as a visual statement and as a traditional call to prayer.[4]

Significance

The Egypt Grand Mosque has become a tourist spot of notable importance. The mosque plays a pivotal role in Egypt's cultural and religious landscape, fostering interfaith dialogue and promoting a greater understanding of Islamic history and art.

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Sisi joins new capital workers for Ramadan's first Sohour, inaugurates Islamic Cultural Centre". Ahram online. 23 March 2023. Retrieved 11 May 2023.
  2. ↑ "All you need to know about Egypt's Islamic Cultural Center". Egypti ndependent. 24 March 2023. Retrieved 11 May 2023.
  3. ↑ "Egypt's Islamic Cultural Center in the New Administrative Capital ( Misr Mosque ) | The Arab Contractors". www.arabcont.com. Retrieved 2023-09-05.
  4. ↑ "Egypt's Islamic Cultural Center In The New Administrative Capital". Arabcont. Retrieved 11 May 2023.
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