Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Muscat Oman

Tony Walsh

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Arabesque Travel
21 October 2022

Religious buildings; Middle Eastern history; Travel & holiday guides

UNLOCK THE MAJESTIC SECRETS OF OMAN'S ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE

The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is a dazzling fusion of artistry and spirituality that has captivated over a million visitors. This definitive guidebook invites you behind the scenes to discover what makes this iconic mosque an essential destination.

Within these pages, you'll find:

A complete walking tour route to uncover the mosque's most impressive features, including its hand-woven massive Persian carpet to the magnificent Swarovski chandelier. Insider background on the master craftsmen who created this majestic complex. Stunning photography captures the grace and grandeur of this architectural wonder in B&W. Essential information on the mosque's history, design, and cultural significance.

Let this keepsake guidebook open your eyes to the exquisite beauty and meaning behind the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque. With its invaluable insights and scenic views, this is a must-have companion for travellers seeking to fully appreciate one of Oman's contemporary treasures.

C o n t e n t s

Chapter 1 ISLAM

Chapter 2 MOSQUES

Chapter 3 HISTORY OF THE SULTAN QABOOS GRAND MOSQUE

Chapter 4 VISITING THE SULTAN QABOOS GRAND MOSQUE

Chapter 5 THE GARDENS

Chapter 6 SOUTH COURTYARD

Chapter 7 THE MEN'S MUSALLA (Prayer Room)

Chapter 8 CENTRAL COURTYARD

Chapter 9 RIWAQS

Chapter 10 WOMEN'S PRAYER ROOM

By: Tony Walsh
Imprint: Arabesque Travel
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 3mm
Weight: 73g
ISBN: 9781998997046
ISBN 10: 1998997049
Pages: 64
Publication Date: 21 October 2022
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Between 1986-2016 Tony Walsh lived in Arabia - working in Oman, Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E.For much of that time he was self-employed, operating his own retail business which then evolved into a 'portfolio' of businesses, from operating a Disney retail franchise through running an inbound tour operator to contracting for small construction projects with the U.S.A.F. Associated with the tour business he authored magazine articles for international publications, a coffee-table book financed by Oman's Ministry of Tourism and in-house booklets for the Ministry of Tourism.Since 2016 he has continued to author books & articles & lead tours through the region.Both leading tours and alone he has explored Arabia, especially Oman, and hopes you will enjoy the distillation of his knowledge in his books.His website www.TonyWalsh.me

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Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

Muscat Oman

Tony Walsh

$167.95 $134.64

Paperback

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