About Hazrat Sultan Mosque

Hazrat Sultan Mosque

Hazrat Sultan is the largest mosque in Central Asia, situated in Astana, Kazakhstan. The mosque was named in honor of one of the Sufi Sheiks – Khoja Ahmed Yassawi, a Muslim Saint. It is located on the right bank of the Yesil river. The mosque dome is 51 meters in height, the largest dome in Kazakhstan and the main dome is surrounded by eight small ones. The building portrays Islamic culture and architecture using traditional Kazakh ornaments. It was inaugurated in the year 2012 and took 3 years to build. The Mosque is considered as one of the most modern attractions of Astana with an impressive dome and minarets. It can accommodate 10 thousand worshippers. The mosque's premises includes a hall for wedding ceremonies, rooms for Koran reading, cloakroom, and аn ablution room. There is a cafeteria in the base of the building which offers basic meals. The mosque has beautiful lights on its exterior with a view is that is stunning in the night. It also has one of the largest eye-catching chandeliers as well as the oldest Quran. 
  

Must See

  • The great architecture of the mosque, with dome and minarets.
  • Pastel decorated carpet and beautiful chandeliers.

How to reach

By taxi it will take around 9 minutes (8.4 km), the fare is around 1600  to 2000 KZT.

Tips

  • Leave the shoes outside while entering.
  • Proper dresses are available for everyone without charge.
  • Women should cover their head and can borrow capes for that.
  • Put your cell phone on silent mode or turn it off.
  • Best place for meditation or to get relaxed.
  • Make some donations for the good of the Mosque.
  • Not to display any romantic affection inside the Mosque.
  • Don't make any noise or talk during the prayer

Visit Time

Sunday:           10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Monday:           10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday:          10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday:     10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Thursday:         10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Friday:              10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday:          10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Weather

Scattered Clouds 13.01°C

 

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