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March 6th, 2006, 08:20 PM
World’s Highest Mosque in Riyadh
Muhammad Bedair, Asharq Al-Awsat/Arab News
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Faithful pray at the Prince Abdullah Mosque in Kingdom Tower, Riyadh. The mosque, located 180 meters above sea level, is the highest in the world. (AN Photo)
RIYADH, 5 November 2004 — The Prince Abdullah Mosque in Kingdom Tower in Riyadh is the highest in the world as the mosque, donated by Saudi businessman Prince Alwaleed ibn Talal, is located 180 meters above sea level.
The elegant mosque stands out as an annex to Spazio restaurant, which is located on the 77th floor of Kingdom Tower, an outstanding landmark in the capital.
“The mosque was constructed in response to the request of our clients,” Sami Issa, director of the restaurant said. It is designed in the form of a dome, covering an area of 500 square meters, with a separate prayer hall for women.
Issa said his restaurant receives a large number of Saudi and expatriate clients for iftar and sahoor during Ramadan. “We serve them a variety of dishes including Japanese, European and Arab food,” he said.
Covering an area of 800 square meters on the tower, Spazio has a special section for families.
“Within a year since its establishment, our restaurant has attracted a large number of customers who enjoy taking our delicious dishes sitting some 180 meters above sea level,” he said.
The restaurant has three conference halls where business meetings and seminars are held.
Source (http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=53967&d=5&m=11&y=2004&pix=kingdom.jpg&category=Kingdom)
Muhammad Bedair, Asharq Al-Awsat/Arab News
http://www.arabnews.com/2004/11/high5_.jpg
Faithful pray at the Prince Abdullah Mosque in Kingdom Tower, Riyadh. The mosque, located 180 meters above sea level, is the highest in the world. (AN Photo)
RIYADH, 5 November 2004 — The Prince Abdullah Mosque in Kingdom Tower in Riyadh is the highest in the world as the mosque, donated by Saudi businessman Prince Alwaleed ibn Talal, is located 180 meters above sea level.
The elegant mosque stands out as an annex to Spazio restaurant, which is located on the 77th floor of Kingdom Tower, an outstanding landmark in the capital.
“The mosque was constructed in response to the request of our clients,” Sami Issa, director of the restaurant said. It is designed in the form of a dome, covering an area of 500 square meters, with a separate prayer hall for women.
Issa said his restaurant receives a large number of Saudi and expatriate clients for iftar and sahoor during Ramadan. “We serve them a variety of dishes including Japanese, European and Arab food,” he said.
Covering an area of 800 square meters on the tower, Spazio has a special section for families.
“Within a year since its establishment, our restaurant has attracted a large number of customers who enjoy taking our delicious dishes sitting some 180 meters above sea level,” he said.
The restaurant has three conference halls where business meetings and seminars are held.
Source (http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=53967&d=5&m=11&y=2004&pix=kingdom.jpg&category=Kingdom)