Publisher Description

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 sChapter 1 ISLAMChapter 2 MOSQUESChapter 3 HISTORY OF THE SULTAN QABOOS GRAND MOSQUEChapter 4 VISITING THE SULTAN QABOOS GRAND MOSQUEChapter 5 THE GARDENSChapter 6 SOUTH COURTYARDChapter 7 THE MEN'S MUSALLA (Prayer Room)Chapter 8 CENTRAL COURTYARDChapter 9 RIWAQSChapter 10 WOMEN'S PRAYER ROOM

Author Biography

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

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