Masjid Al-Dahab
Masjid Al-Dahab (or The Golden Mosque ; Filipino : Moskeng Ginto ; Spanish : Mezquita del Globo de Oro ) is located in the former Muslim- dominated Quiapo district in Manila and is considered the largest mosque in the greater Manila area . The golden mosque got its name because its dome shines in shimmering gold. Under the direction of the former Filipino first lady Imelda Marcos , it was built in 1976 for the visit of Libyan President Muammar al-Gaddafi , although his visit was canceled. It now serves Manila's Muslim community and is usually overcrowded for Friday prayers .
The minaret is now complete and the dome is partially rusted. Renovation work has now started. The mosque holds 3000 people.
Web links
- "Golden Mosque", Globo de Oro str., Quiapo, Manila. Pinoy Travel Blog , 2006.
- Wiki Pilipinas: Golden Mosque
- Vistapinas: Golden Mosque
Coordinates: 14 ° 35 ′ 44.5 ″ N , 120 ° 59 ′ 6.5 ″ E