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The new CSI church is the latest talk of the town, as the house of worship built on the framework of 'wings of angels' is all set to be open to the public from May 5.
Located opposite to the BAPS Hindu Temple, both the holy structures are situated in Abu Dhabi on 4.37-acres of land in Abu Mureikha, gifted by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The magnificent temple has already attracted crowds of residents, as well as tourists from across the world.
For those looking to visit these non-Muslim sites of worship, it's crucial to know what decorum to maintain while visiting and the laws placed by authorities to ensure safety and communal harmony.
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Here are the dont's of visiting these houses of worship in the Emirates.
To ensure these places of worship are not exploited, the UAE has set certain laws in place that apply to visitors, as well as those managing these sacred places.
Under UAE's Federal Law (9) of 2023 concerning the Regulation of Houses of Worship for Non-Muslims, heavy penalties are imposed on those who violate the above mentioned prohibitions, as well as other rules mentioned under this law.
The hefty fines ranges from anywhere between Dh100,000 to Dh3 million, depending on the severity of the violation.
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