An Islamic and cultural landmark in the heart of Manama — a house of prayer and learning, and a bridge between cultures, open to worshippers and visitors from around the world.
Opened in 1988 (1409 AH) and named after Bahrain's founder Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Al-Fateh is the largest mosque in the Kingdom, welcoming up to 7,000 worshippers beneath what was, when built, the world's largest fiberglass dome.
Italian marble, Austrian chandeliers, Indian teak doors and masterful Kufic calligraphy come together in its halls. Beyond prayer, the Center hosts a public library and circles of Quranic learning, and receives thousands of non-Muslim visitors each year discovering Islam and its civilisation.
From the minbar of Al-Fateh — the khutbas of Sheikh Adnan Al-Qattan and guest khateebs, in full on the Center's YouTube channel.
Non-Muslim visitors are welcomed on free guided tours in many languages, Saturday to Thursday (9 am – 4 pm). Read the visiting rules, dress code and FAQ — and tell us about your visit afterwards.
Al-Fateh is more than a building; it is Bahrain's message to the world — a house of worship, a school of the Quran, and an open majlis for every seeker of knowledge. You are all welcome, worshippers and visitors alike.
