The simplest mosque would be a prayer room with a wall marked with a “mihrab” – a niche indicating the direction of Mecca, which Muslims should face when praying. A typical mosque also ...

A striking translucent glass mihrab, the niche that traditionally orients a mosque toward Mecca, was designed in collaboration with artist Wakilur Rahman. From the courtyards to the lush lawns and ...

Islam's holiest site fitted with 33,000 top quality carpets to ensure durability, comfort Cairo: The Grand Mosque, Islam's holiest in the Saudi city of Mecca, has been furnished with 33,000 ...

Saudi authorities say the grounds of the Grand Mosque in Mecca will be washed and sterilised four times a day as coronavirus grips region. The grounds of the Grand Mosque in Mecca will be washed ...