Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Centre (commonly known simply as Bin Zaid, also known as Fanar or Qatar Islamic Culture Centre, Spiral Mosque and Kassem Darwish Fakhroo Islamic Center )
Bin Ziad Culture Centre is involved in several social, religious and educational activities. In addition to hosting one of the largest mosques in Qatar, the centre also publishes religious studies and provides lessons in Arabic and Islam. The centre also houses a library. The mosque is a popular tourist attraction and allows entry for non-Muslims.
Traditional Qatari mosques were made of coral rock, mud and wood, as opposed to the mosques from the 21st century built of brick and mortar. These materials now allow the construction of high domes, replacing the flat roofs. Moreover, traditional mosques featured courtyards, which are rarely seen in modern mosques. Finally, the traditional outdoor “mothawaddah” in the form of a pool has been replaced with wash basins and running water.
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