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00:00Shah Faisal Mosque, also known as Faisal Masjid, is nestled at the foothills of the lush Margalla Hills in Sector E-7 Islamabad.
00:09This iconic landmark is easily accessible and surrounded by abundant greenery.
00:14Designed by Turkish architect Vedat Daloke, the mosque's contemporary design is inspired by the cubic Kaaba in Makkah and Bedouin tents.
00:22Constructed with white marble, it features a main hall without pillars, four towering minarets, each 90 meters high, and a unique eight-sided structure.
00:31The mosque spans an area of 130,000 square meters.
00:35The main hall can accommodate 10,000 worshippers, while the entire mosque can hold up to 300,000 people.
00:42A designated area for ablution is also available.
00:45The main hall opens only during prayer times, five times a day.
00:48While men can enter the main hall, there is a separate entrance for female visitors.
00:53Foreigners and non-Muslims are welcome, but women should wear a scarf or dupatta.
00:58Funded by Saudi Arabia, the mosque cost 130 million Saudi rials, approximately 120 million U.S. dollars.
01:06Visitors can easily reach the mosque via conventional taxis, local transport, or ride-hailing services like Uber, Kareem, and ByKia.
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