Abu dhabi: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre received 6,846,723 guests in 2025, representing a 4 percent increase compared to 2024, and recording the highest annual figure in its history. The number of worshippers reached 1,531,192, including 257,859 who performed Friday (Jumu'ah) prayers, 697,961 who performed daily prayers, and 575,372 who attended during Ramadan and the two Eids.
According to Emirates News Agency, the number of iftar guests reached 898,767, while the number of visitors totalled 4,331,046. Users of the Mosque Promenade reached 85,718. Guests from outside the UAE comprised 82 percent of total visitors, while UAE residents represented 18 percent. Asia topped the list of guests by continent at 49 percent, followed by Europe at 33 percent, North America at 11 percent, Africa and South America at 3 percent each, and Australia at 1 percent.
By nationality, India ranked first at 20 percent of total guests, followed by China at 9 percent, with Russia and the United States coming third at 8 percent each. Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Italy ranked fourth at 3 percent each, followed by the Philippines and Pakistan at 2 percent each.
A total of 55,730 guests joined the cultural tours delivered by the Centre's cultural tour specialists across 4,031 tours. In addition, 21,988 guests were received as part of official delegations, with 1,564 bookings recorded. The Mosque also welcomed 335 high-level delegations, including visits by 9 heads of state, 2 vice presidents, and other notable figures.
During Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr, the total number of guests reached 1,890,144 (worshippers and visitors). Throughout the holy month and the Eid Al Fitr holiday, 594,236 performed prayers at the Mosque: 193,435 attended Isha and Taraweeh, 195,987 attended Tahajjud, 72,533 marked the 27th night of Ramadan, and 26,025 performed Eid Al Fitr prayer.
Through the 'Our Fasting Guests' initiative, the Centre distributed 2,625,568 iftar and suhoor meals, sponsored by the Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Foundation and delivered in partnership with Erth Hotel. This included meals at various locations across the UAE.
The Centre continued enhancing guests' experiences by developing its cultural tours and diversifying services, including the Souq Al Jami' marketplace. It also strengthened its civilisational presence locally and internationally through various initiatives and participation in international forums.
The Light and Peace Museum welcomed 47,266 visitors, while Diya - A Universe of Light immersive experience received 45,699 visitors. The Al Jami' Library had 5,930 visitors. The Centre organised cultural activations, exhibitions, and workshops to introduce Islamic culture.
The Centre further advanced its religious and cultural content by publishing 330 episodes across 12 knowledge series and launched an audio edition of 'Houses of Allah', alongside translated versions in multiple languages.
The Centre continued its pivotal role in the Hijri calendar project, enriching the content of the 1447H edition on scholarly, Sharia, and astronomical foundations. It also continued enriching experiences at its affiliated mosques, with Sheikh Khalifa Grand Mosque in Al Ain and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah seeing significant increases in guest numbers.
These figures reflect the stature of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque - Abu Dhabi as a prominent religious, cultural, and tourism destination. The Mosque achieved advanced positions among cultural and historical destinations, ranking 8th globally among the top 25 destinations worldwide on Tripadvisor, and 1st in the Middle East.