(MENAFN - Emirates News Agency (WAM)) ABU DHABI, 18th February, 2021 (WAM) Complementing the exquisite beauty and timeless elegance of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque are its seven unique chandeliers that embody Islamic architectural detailing at its finest. Creating a perfect harmony with the overall design of the Grand Mosque, they have continued to attract widespread global interest since the opening of the mosque on December 20th, 2007.
The beauty of the chandeliers blends seamlessly and cohesively with the medallion and ornamental design on the hand-knotted magnificent carpet below creating an integrated artistic ensemble. The carpet with colorful crystal pieces hanging overhead resembles a vast stretch of water reflecting vibrant colors.
Complementing the exquisite beauty and timeless elegance of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque are its seven unique chandeliers that embody Islamic architectural detailing at its finest. Creating a perfect harmony with the overall design of the Grand Mosque, they have continued to attract widespread glob ..
Look: Sheikh Zayed mosque s chandeliers undergo 45-day maintenance
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Forty-five people worked 12 hours every day, except Fridays, to finish the maintenance work.
The seven exquisite, iconic chandeliers of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque recently underwent maintenance and it had been a grand project on its own.
With a taskforce of topnotch Emirati engineers assembled, it took 45 people 45 days to finish a complete overhaul of the chandelier system.
All the special attention given to the massive maintenance work was anchored on a goal to preserve the chandeliers, said the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC).
“(It) is carried out as part of a strategic plan adopted by SZGMC to ensure future generations can continue to appreciate the mosque’s rich architecture,” said Salem Al Suwaidi, director of support services at SZGMC.
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: How a special task force preserved Abu Dhabi landmark s chandeliers in 45 days
It took a team of 45 people working 12-hour days to give the mosque s lighting system a complete overhaul
Interior view of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, showing one of its chandeliers. Antonie Robertson / The National
The mosque features seven grand chandeliers. Antonie Robertson / The National
The largest chandelier in the mosque is designed to resemble a palm tree. Antonie Robertson / The National
It was manufactured by German crystal chandelier maker Faustig. Antonie Robertson / The National
Detail view of the main chandelier inside the mosque. Antonie Robertson / The National
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