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🕌 Introduction to Faisal Mosque

The Faisal Mosque in Islamabad is Pakistan’s largest mosque and one of the most iconic modern Islamic structures in the world. Designed by a Turkish architect and completed in 1986, it blends contemporary and traditional Islamic architecture, surrounded by the Margalla Hills.

📍 Location & Accessibility

• Address: Shah Faisal Ave, E-8, Islamabad
• Nearest Landmark: Pakistan Monument (5-min drive)
• Parking: Free parking available
• Metro Bus: Nearest station is PIMS Hospital (10-min walk)

🏗️ Unique Architecture & Features

✔ Capacity: 100,000+ worshippers (main hall + courtyard)
✔ Minarets: 4 towering minarets (90m tall)
✔ Design Inspiration: Bedouin desert tent + Ottoman & Mughal influences
✔ Courtyard: Expansive marble flooring with stunning mountain views

🕰️ Visiting Hours & Entry

🚗 How to Reach Faisal Mosque?

1. From Islamabad Airport: 20-min drive (PKR 500-800 taxi)
2. From Rawalpindi: 30-min drive via Srinagar Highway
3. Local Transport: Uber/Careem (PKR 200-400 from central Islamabad)

📸 Best Photo Spots

1. Main Prayer Hall Entrance (grand white marble facade)
2. Courtyard Fountain (symmetrical reflections)
3. Margalla Hills Viewpoint (panoramic mosque backdrop)
4. Night Illumination (breathtaking after sunset)

🧕 Dress Code & Mosque Etiquette

• For Men: Long pants, covered shoulders
• For Women: Headscarf + modest clothing (abayas available for rent)
• Shoes: Remove before entering (free shoe storage)
• Behavior: Silence inside prayer halls, no loud talking

🏛️ Nearby Attractions

1. Pakistan Monument & Museum (5-min drive)
2. Daman-e-Koh Viewpoint (10-min drive)
3. Lok Virsa Museum (15-min drive)
4. Centaurus Mall (20-min drive)

🍛 Where to Eat Nearby?

💰 Estimated Visit Cost

• Transport: PKR 200-1,000 (depending on starting point)
• Food: PKR 500-2,000 per person
• Guided Tour: PKR 1,000-2,000 (optional)
• Souvenirs: PKR 300-1,000

💡 Pro Tips for Visitors

✔ Best for Photography: Golden hour (sunrise/sunset)
✔ Avoid Fridays Noon-2PM: Jummah prayers (very crowded)
✔ Night Visit: Stunningly lit after Maghrib prayer
✔ Combine Visit: Pair with Pakistan Monument & Daman-e-Koh

🚫 Prohibited Items

• Food/drinks inside prayer halls
• Large backpacks (security check enforced)
• Drones (strictly banned without permission)

♿ Accessibility

• Wheelchair ramps available
• Guided assistance at entrances

📅 Best Time to Visit

✔ October-March: Pleasant weather
❌ Avoid June-August: Extreme heat

🏆 Why Visit Faisal Mosque?

✅ World’s 4th Largest Mosque
✅ Stunning Modern Islamic Architecture
✅ Peaceful Atmosphere with Mountain Views
✅ Free Entry & Open 24/7

Plan Your Visit: Perfect for solo travelers, families & photographers!