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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

2007 CE

Abu Dhabi's grand white marble mosque accommodating over 40,000 worshippers, featuring the world's largest hand-knotted carpet and crystal…

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Mosque in Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

2007 CE – still standing

Abu Dhabi's grand white marble mosque accommodating over 40,000 worshippers, featuring the world's largest hand-knotted carpet and crystal chandeliers

Standing in 2007 CE

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