Abu Dhabi [UAE], July 30: The President of the Republic of Chile Gabriel Boric Font visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Reem Al Hashemi, Minister of State for International Cooperation, Mohammed Saeed Al Neyadi, UAE Ambassador to Chile, several senior Chilean officials, and the accompanying delegation, as part of his official trip to the UAE.
President Boric and his delegation began their visit by paying respects at the mausoleum of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, reflecting on the qualities and wise approach of the Founding Father, which have enriched the culture of tolerance and peaceful coexistence among nations worldwide.
During their visit, President Boric and his delegation toured the halls and external corridors of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, accompanied by Dr. Yousif Al Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, and were briefed on the mosque's message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness to others, all of which are rooted in the principles and values established by the UAE's founding father.
They also learned about the significant role played by the Centre in promoting a tolerant Islamic culture and enhancing cultural communication between different cultures and peoples worldwide, further exploring the history of the grand structure, its aesthetic grandeur, and the exquisite art of Islamic architecture displayed in all its aspects.
At the end of the visit, the guest was presented with a gift that encapsulates the mosque's beauty: floral mosaic designs of the exterior columns, a compass inspired by the mosque's chandeliers, and a copy of "Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace." This publication from the Centre offers a photographic journey through the mosque's architectural splendour, featuring award-winning images from the "Spaces of Light" Photography Award and highlighting the mosque's unique architectural artistry.
Source: Emirates News Agency