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29 Apr 2025, 16:09 GMT+10
ABU DHABI, 15th April, 2025 (WAM) -- Sam Mostyn, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, has visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Dr. Fahad Altaffag, UAE Ambassador to Australia, and Ridwaan Jadwat, Ambassador of the Commonwealth of Australia to the UAE, along with her accompanying delegation.
The Governor-General of Australia and her delegation toured the mosque's prayer halls and courtyards, accompanied by Dr. Yusuf Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre. During their tour, they were briefed on the mosque's central role in promoting coexistence, tolerance, and openness, values deeply rooted in the vision of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE's founding father.
They also learned about the centre's ongoing efforts in promoting authentic Islamic culture, building bridges with diverse world cultures, and distinguishing the mosque as a unique place of worship.
The delegation was introduced to the mosque's history, admired its unique architectural details, and explored its extensive collection of artworks and artefacts, demonstrating Islamic civilisation's artistic and architectural heritage. The mosque's architecture represents a harmonious fusion of different cultural styles, embodying unity and creativity.
At the end of the visit, the Governor-General of Australia was presented with a gift - a compass inspired by the mosque's renowned chandeliers - and the centre's latest publication, "Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace". The book features a visual journey highlighting the mosque's architectural magnificence through award-winning photographs from the "Spaces of Light" photography award.
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