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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Introduces Visitor Admission Fees

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque now charges Dh10 for international visitors and Dh5 for Emirates ID holders while remaining free for worshippers and offering free guided cultural tours.
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