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Faisal Mosque

Also known as Shah Faisal Mosque, King Faisal Mosque, Islamabad

mosque in Islamabad (Pakistan)

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Faisal Mosque is a large mosque located in Islamabad, Pakistan, and serves as an important place of worship for Muslims in the capital city. It is one of the country's most significant religious and architectural landmarks, reflecting Pakistan's Islamic heritage and serving the spiritual needs of both residents and visitors.

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Affiliation: Islam
Location: Islamabad
Municipality: Capital Development Authority
Country: Pakistan
Administration: International Islamic University, Islamabad
Architect: Vedat Dalokay
Type: Mosque
Style: Modern Islamic
Construction cost: US$ 120 million
Capacity: 300,000 worshippers
Minaret height: 90 m (300 ft)
Site area: 130,000 m ; 1,400,000 ft

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Height: 90

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Commons category: Faisal Mosque
inception: 1986-00-00
maximum capacity: 300000
Commons Institution page: Faisal Mosque
postal code: 46000
capital cost: 120000000

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The Faisal Mosque is the national mosque of Pakistan, located in Islamabad, the capital of the country. It is the sixth-largest mosque in the world and located on the foothills of Margalla Hills. It is named after the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia (r. 1964–75). Designed by Turkish architect Vedat Dalokay, the mosque features a contemporary design consisting of eight sides of concrete shell and is inspired by the design of a typical Bedouin tent.

A major tourist attraction in Pakistan, the mosque is a contemporary and influential piece of Islamic architecture. Famous spots including the mosque as a masterpiece of modern Islamic architecture, and the Pakistan Monument, which represents the country’s cultural history, add to the city’s charm.