ABU DHABI, 24th January, 2025 (WAM) -- Dr. Shina Ansari, Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Head of the Department of Environment, visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Reza Ameri, Iranian Ambassador to the UAE, and the accompanying delegation.

The Iranian Vice President was accompanied by Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, during their tour of the mosque's halls and exterior corridors.

They were introduced to the mosque's cultural message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness, inspired by the legacy and values of the founding father. They also learned about the significant role of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in promoting Islamic culture and enhancing cross-cultural communication worldwide.

The delegation was briefed on the mosque's history, architectural beauty, and the distinctive Islamic art adoring every corner. They were also introduced to the mosque's unique collections and the finest examples of Islamic civilisation, where diverse artistic and architectural designs have converged in harmony, creating a masterpiece that reflects the beauty of cultural unity.

At the end of the visit, Dr. Ansari was presented with a piece of art inspired by the mosque's architectural arts, which included a verse from the Holy Quran drawn in Kufic script, one of the Islamic art styles used in decorating the mosque's domes, along with a copy of the book Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace, the latest publication from the centre.

The book highlights the mosque's unique architectural style and takes readers on a visual journey to discover its architectural and artistic grandeur, featuring award-winning images from the "Spaces of Light" award.