One of the most iconic landmarks on Amman’s landscape is the beautiful blue dome of the King Abdullah I Mosque that represents the infinite expanse of the sky. Visit this magnificent structure to enhance your stay in the fascinating country of Jordan. You will not be wanting of a quality hotel in Amman Jordan to experience the city’s splendid cultural offers, and the Millennium Hotel Amman is a choice option of a luxury Amman hotel to spoil you during your Arabian sojourn. The King Abdullah I Mosque was built by the late King Hussein as a tribute to his grandfather, and this stunning spiritual site can accommodate an impressive 7000 worshippers within its ornate walls, and another 3,000 of the faithful out in the courtyard. The only mosque in the city that welcomes visitors outside of the Islamic faith, the huge prayer hall, characterized by the iconic blue dome from the outside, will spirit one’s breath to the heavens itself. The interior portion of the dome is even more impressive, as it features 99 golden spikes that represent the 99 names of Allah, in addition to being a symbolic representation of the sun. The inscriptions carved into the walls represent verses from the Qu’ran and the immense, three-tiered chandelier also features intricate inscriptions. The mosque also houses a small museum, which displays a few pieces of pottery as well as some personal effects and photographs of King Abdullah I. You will also encounter some unique pieces of Muslim art, stone engravings and coins. For a small admission fee, you can explore the magnificent interiors of the mosque as well as the intriguing museum artefacts. Visitors are required to remove their shoes prior to entering the prayer hall, and women must wear head scarves – available at the entrance – prior to entering the premises.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.