Ramadan in the UAE always brings people together, and this year, one place stood out again. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque welcomed nearly 1.7 million visitors during Ramadan and Eid, with steady activity from the first day of fasting through the holiday.
From early morning visits to late-night gatherings, the mosque stayed active throughout the season. Worshippers, tourists, and iftar guests all made their way there, making it one of the most visited landmarks during this time.
Nearly 1.7 million visitors during Ramadan and Eid
The total reached 1,695,698 guests, covering everyone who visited the mosque during Ramadan and Eid.
That includes 510,046 worshippers attending prayers throughout the holy month.
Another 205,642 visitors came to experience the mosque and its surroundings.
And 980,010 iftar guests joined daily meals hosted at the mosque.
The turnout stayed consistent throughout Ramadan and continued into Eid, with visitors arriving at all times of the day.
Iftar gatherings brought people together every evening
Iftar services remained one of the main highlights. Each evening, guests gathered to break their fast in a well-organized setting.
Dining areas were arranged to handle large groups, and the setup made it easy for people to join without long waits. The experience stayed smooth even during peak hours.
With extended visiting hours during Ramadan, people had the flexibility to come in earlier in the day or later in the evening.
UAE mosques welcomed over 3.2 million visitors
The wider picture shows just how active this season was. Mosques managed by the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre recorded 3,226,103 visitors during Ramadan and Eid.
A large share of that total came from the Abu Dhabi mosque, which remained one of the most visited locations during the period.
The numbers highlight how Ramadan continues to bring strong participation across the UAE, with both residents and international visitors taking part.
Why this mosque keeps drawing attention
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque remains one of the most recognized landmarks in the country, especially during Ramadan and Eid.
It offers prayer spaces, guided visits, and daily iftar services, giving people different ways to experience it. Visitors come for spiritual reasons, cultural interest, or simply to spend time there during the holy month.
That steady interest continues year after year, and this season’s numbers show it clearly.
Nearly 1.7 million visitors in one Ramadan and Eid season highlights how active Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque remains during one of the most important times of the year.
With consistent turnout from worshippers, visitors, and iftar guests, the mosque continues to hold a central place in the UAE’s Ramadan experience. As conversations around travel and culture
