Islamic Mosque and Cultural Center

2551 Massachusetts Avenue North West, Washington, DC 20008-2826
 
 
 
 
 
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The largest mosque in the United States, the Islamic Center is built of white limestone and has a 162-foot-high minaret. Within, stained-glass windows and fine Persian carpets contribute to the mosque's ornate... More »
The largest mosque in the United States, the Islamic Center is built of white limestone and has a 162-foot-high minaret. Within, stained-glass windows and fine Persian carpets contribute to the mosque's ornate and lavish artistry. In the Center complex, only the mosque is open to the public. Women must wear headscarves and visitors wearing shorts are not admitted. Tours are offered from 1:30p-4:30p. Call for reservations.
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Open Hours: 10a-5p M-Su
Contact: +1 202 332 8343
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9 reviews for Islamic Mosque and Cultural Center
Great place to visti!
By fauzia, 10/03/08
I don't know why the description says it's the largest mosque in America, it's not~The mosque is small but gorgeous. It is a great place to end your walk with down all the embassies.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Excellent Experience
By Transam7, 12/30/07
It's terrible what the media does to these people. I attended a translated sermon. We are all people of the book. Beautiful and a must see. Just be open minded and you will really enjoy. I also enjoyed the Main mosque in Paris.
 
 
 
 
 
4 of 4 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
The Great Peace
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 08/08/07
i loved this place because it teaches people what is islam and it is amazing how the treat each other like if they were brothers and sisters!
 
 
 
 
 
3 of 3 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Excellent Architecture
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 08/25/06
Excellent Architecture accompanied by calligraphic art that you do not see in american buildings. The Building is quite unique in itself. The dome structure in the center of the building surrounded by tall towers is quite fascinating.
 
 
 
 
 
5 of 5 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
A Place of peace and tranquility
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/25/05
A masterpiece to visit at the heart of Wachington DC. People of all races, faiths gather here to pay a visit, wonder of its beauty and sense the monotheism teaching of Islam.
 
 
 
 
 
9 of 10 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
World+Peace=World Peace
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 09/26/05
From the title you can tell what i'm talking about when i say world, not only is this mosque interestingly located next to great looking buildings serving as embassies; the columns of flags is one of the first things to greet you as you enter. The peace part comes from the inside, the beautiful scriptures written on the ceiling and the stained glass allowing just enough light gives one inner peace..especially after listening to the Friday prayer sermon. I was in DC this summer for an internship, and i met so many young professionals that i now have the pleasure of calling "brothers". Everyone treats each other with respec and ii=s made to feel welcome, even non-muslims as they come to visit. People gather in lines to wait for free platters of different ethnic foods from the Islamic World. Great conversations start among men and women, on topics of faith and politics. The Islamic Center is just that, a great centre from which one can almost experience a world at peace.
 
 
 
 
 
16 of 19 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Salam Alekom!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 07/08/05
Mashallah I had a wonderful experience attending the Juma prayer at this mosque! Inshallah I will be able to return soon:)
 
 
 
 
 
7 of 9 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Great place
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/23/04
a very nice place to go and a good learning experence learn a great deal about these nice people.
 
 
 
 
 
7 of 9 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
It's great
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 11/03/04
I love it. It's the epitomy of what acceptance is. People of all different races (black, white, middle eastern, asian) coming together to just pray.
 
 
 
 
 
11 of 14 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
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