Glasgow Central Mosque

Glasgow Central Mosque is the first purpose-built mosque in Glasgow and the largest in Scotland. Muslims pray, learn, get married and attend funerals, and non-Muslims visit throughout the year. See how Islamic architecture and Glasgow’s characteristic red sandstone come together in this unique building. The mosque is built on a 4-acre (16,000 m2) site and was formally opened in 1984. The preferred architectural design meant the architect had to travel to Turkey and Jeddah. The courtyard of the mosque is in keeping with the traditional Arabesque style. It is enclosed on one of its sides by gardens and the other by a long facade of arched windows. The main entrance is arched with etched glass doors of a floral design. One of the most noticeable features in the courtyard is the Minaret, where the Muezzin traditionally recites the call to prayer stands. The other more prominent feature is the dome above the main prayer hall allowing natural light into the building. The mosque combines Islamic architecture with the characteristic Old Red Sandstone material used to build many of Glasgow’s buildings.