Faisal Mosque, Islamabad
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Faisal Mosque, Islamabad

4.7 (3 reviews)
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Shah Faisal Avenue, Shalimar 7, Islamabad, F-8, Islamabad
Today: 05:00 – 22:00
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Details

Place Overview
Place Type
Mosque / Shrine
Province / Region
Islamabad Capital Territory
Altitude
540 meters
Distance from Nearest City
7 km
Nearest Major City
Islamabad City Centre (7 km)
Famous For
4th largest mosque in world, revolutionary tent-shaped design, 300,000 capacity, funded by Saudi Arabia, foot of Margalla Hills, no traditional dome
Visiting Info
Best Season to Visit
Year Round
Entry Fee (Local)
0 PKR
Visiting Hours
5:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Non-Muslims: 9am–5pm)
Time Needed
2 hours
Accessibility
Road Accessibility
Paved Road (Car)
Trek Difficulty
No Trek Required
Nearest Airport
Islamabad International Airport – 25 km
Historical & Scientific
Built / Established Year
1986 AD
Built / Founded By
Designed by Vedat Dalokay, funded by King Faisal of Saudi Arabia
Historical Period
Modern Era (1976–1986)
Area
0.05 sq km

Additional Facilities

4th Largest Mosque in the World
Unique Tent-Design Architecture
Night Illumination
International Islamic University (Adjacent)
Margalla Hills Backdrop
Faisal Mosque Courtyard (300,000 pax)

Services & Pricing

Guided Tour (Non-Muslim Visitors) Available
PKR 500 – 1,000

Architecture & history tour, 1 hour

Photography Session Available
PKR 500 – 1,500

Sunrise/sunset photography, permit req.

Islamabad City Tour (Combo) Available
Price on request

Faisal Mosque + Pakistan Monument + Lake

Facilities & Amenities

Guided Tours Available
Photography Allowed
Food & Restaurants Nearby
Restrooms Available
Historical / Archaeological
Free Entry
Viewpoint / Lookout
Religious / Spiritual Site

Customer Reviews

4.7
3 reviews

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Regular User
3 hours ago

Most beautiful mosque architecture in the world

I have visited mosques in Turkey, UAE and Egypt, but Faisal Mosque is architecturally the most unique. The tent-like structure against the Margalla Hills backdrop at sunset is incredibly beautiful. Free entry, clean, and welcoming.

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Ali Hassan
3 hours ago

Islamabad's crown jewel

No visit to Islamabad is complete without seeing Faisal Mosque, especially at night when it is fully illuminated. The grounds are beautifully maintained and the view of the Margalla Hills makes the setting perfect.

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Maria Siddiqui
3 hours ago

Peaceful and spiritually uplifting

Even as a non-Muslim visitor, the Faisal Mosque is an experience of pure peace and tranquillity. The scale is impressive but it never feels overwhelming. A great mix of spirituality, history and architecture.

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Quick Info

Shah Faisal Avenue, Shalimar 7, Islamabad, F-8, Islamabad
+92-51-2875060

Opening Hours

Monday 05:00 – 22:00
Tuesday 05:00 – 22:00
Wednesday 05:00 – 22:00
Thursday 05:00 – 22:00
Friday 05:00 – 22:00
Saturday 05:00 – 22:00
Sunday 05:00 – 22:00
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