Look: 4 iconic Dubai mosques feature breathtaking light displays this Ramadan

The entire mosques, including their minarets and domes, will be bathed in intricate designs that complement their architectural beauty and surroundings

PUBLISHED: Fri 7 Mar 2025, 6:14 PM

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During Ramadan, four iconic mosques in Dubai will be illuminated with stunning light projections, offering residents and visitors a mesmerising visual experience.

The lighting displays will transform the facades of the Jumeirah Grand Mosque, Al Khawaneej Mosque (Al Habbai), Sheikh Rashid Bin Mohammed Mosque (Al Hudaiba), and Zabeel Grand Mosque, highlighting the city’s rich artistic and cultural heritage.

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This initiative is part of the ‘Anwaar Dubai’ project, launched by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office.

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The project adds a unique aesthetic dimension to Ramadan celebrations in the city, using cutting-edge lighting technology to create a captivating visual experience.

The entire mosques, including their minarets and domes, will be bathed in intricate designs that complement their architectural beauty and surroundings. The lighting effects also extend to the mosque floors, enhancing the immersive display.

According to Shaima Al Suwaidi, director of Brand Dubai, this creative initiative aligns with Dubai’s efforts to blend art, technology, and cultural expression to enhance the community’s experience of their urban environment.

Meanwhile, Mahra Al Youha, member of the organising committee of the #RamadanInDubai campaign, highlighted that the initiative combines advanced lighting technology with unique visual artistry to present Dubai’s cultural and Islamic identity in a modern form. Merging tradition with contemporary creativity, the projections create a captivating display, enhancing the city’s Ramadan ambience.

Now in its second year, the #RamadanInDubai campaign, led by Brand Dubai in collaboration with government, semi-government, and private sector partners, continues to elevate Dubai’s festive atmosphere and celebrate its rich cultural heritage throughout the holy month.

These captivating light displays are a key highlight of this year’s #RamadanInDubai campaign, which was launched at the beginning of the holy month under the guidance of Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council.