SDIA inaugurates “Mirath Al Anbiya” Mosque in Al Suyoh

Sharjah 24: The Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs (SDIA) inaugurated “Mirath Al Anbiya” Mosque in Al Mowrrada 5 area in Al Suyoh. The mosque can accommodate 400 male and female worshipers, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the religious infrastructure in the Emirate and meet the needs of the population.

Welcoming the holy month

The mosque inauguration comes as part of SDIA preparations to welcome the holy month of Ramadan, as the department seeks to open 20 mosques with the advent of the holy month, distributed across the suburbs and cities of Sharjah.

Urban renaissance

The SDIA also aims to keep pace with the urban development and population increase in the Emirate, meet the needs of its residents and enable them to perform prayers with ease and comfort. This step comes within SDIA noble mission and its continuous efforts to translate the visions and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, in harnessing all capabilities to provide a decent life for the residents of the Emirate, and constructing all facilities and services that would enhance stability and achieve comprehensive urban renaissance in the suburbs and cities of the Emirate.

His Excellency Abdullah Khalifa Yarouf Al Sabousi, Chairman of SDIA, attended the inauguration accompanied by the donor to build the mosque, a number of officials, and the residents of the suburb, where the attendees performed the noon prayer, then listened to a sermon on the importance of building mosques, and their role in promoting Islamic values and preserving society.

Modern architecture

The attendees toured the mosque and listened to an explanation from the project implementers about its facilities, which were built according to a modern architectural style mixed with an Islamic character, with a main dome in the middle, and a 25-metre-high minaret on top. The construction of the mosque took into account the use of the best modern standards that contribute to preserving the environment, as it operates with modern systems to conserve energy and water consumption.

The mosque was built on an area of 3062 square metres, which includes the prayer hall and its service facilities.

The mosque's capacity is 400 worshipers, 70 of which are designated for the women's prayer hall.