π Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat, Oman(2)
π The central dome soars to a height of about 50 meters, encircled by five minarets , with the tallest reaching an impressive 91.5 meters. πΌ π The mosque boasts an open-air prayer square capable of accommodating around 20,000 worshippers, while the main prayer hall can hold 6,500 people simultaneously. π Inside the mosque, visitors are greeted by the world's second-largest hand-woven carpet, a masterpiece crafted by Iranian artisans over a period of four years. π§Ά π¨ Spanning an area of 4,343 square meters and weighing 21 tons, this carpet features 28 natural dyes and an astonishing 1.7 billion knots. π The main hall is also adorned with a breathtaking 14-meter-high gold-plated chandelier, embellished with 600,000 Swarovski crystals and weighing 8.5 tons. π π‘ The walls and domes are exquisitely decorated with geometric patterns, Arabic calligraphy, and traditional Omani motifs, creating a visually stunning and spiritually uplifting atmosphere. ποΈ #Tunisia #Sousse #Kairouan ππΈ
