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Place of Islamic worship, opened in 1985, with a modern community centre and religious training.
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Very good mosque, one of the oldest mosque in East London. The people there are lovely people. Just the worshippers there makes it more good feeling of praying there. Atmosphere is good too.
The East London Mosque is an impressive institution that serves as a focal point for the local Muslim community. Its grand facade and spacious interior offer a welcoming and peaceful environment for prayers and gatherings. The intricate architectural details, combined with the sense of history and culture, contribute to the mosque's unique charm. The attached London Muslim Centre further enriches the experience, providing a range of services and activities. As one of the largest mosques in the UK, the East London Mosque stands as a symbol of unity and diversity, making it a must-visit destination for both locals and visitors seeking to learn about Islamic culture and spirituality.
One of the biggest and old mosque in East London, which accommodating more than 7,000 worshippers for congregational prayers.. The mosque was one of the first in the UK to be allowed to use loudspeakers to broadcast the Adan (Call for prayer).
Mosques are the heart of various religious functions of Muslims. Apart from prayer, teaching, information sharing and dispute resolution are also done here.
In terms of mosque excellence, the Kaaba or Masjid al-Nabawi has evolved greatly from the simple open courtyard mosque of the seventh century. Many mosques now feature massive domes, tall minarets and large courtyards. Although the mosque originated in the Arabian Peninsula, it has now spread to all countries of the world.
The East London Mosque is located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, between Whitechapel and Aldgate in London, serving the UK's largest Muslim community.
This is one of the largest mosques in Europe, there are separate rooms for men and women to pray together. This is a very large mosque, the inside of the mosque is very beautiful. A mind-blowing mosque.
In terms of mosque excellence, the Kaaba or Masjid al-Nabawi has evolved greatly from the simple open courtyard mosque of the seventh century. Many mosques now feature massive domes, tall minarets and large courtyards. Although the mosque originated in the Arabian Peninsula, it has now spread to all countries of the world.
The East London Mosque is located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, between Whitechapel and Aldgate in London, serving the UK's largest Muslim community.
This is one of the largest mosques in Europe, there are separate rooms for men and women to pray together. This is a very large mosque, the inside of the mosque is very beautiful. A mind-blowing mosque.
My experience at the East London Mosque was one of profound spirituality, unity, and a deep connection with my faith. It provided a safe haven for prayer, reflection, and a sense of belonging. I left the mosque with a renewed sense of purpose and a greater appreciation for the power of community and devotion.
The facilities provided by the East London Mosque were comprehensive and well-maintained. The separate ablution areas were clean and spacious, allowing other muslims to perform their ritual cleansing comfortably. The educational and community spaces within the mosque offered a range of programs and services catered to people of all ages, fostering a sense of belonging and providing opportunities for personal growth.
If you are local or even around the area I would definitely recommend going there to pray once to check out the beautiful mosque
The facilities provided by the East London Mosque were comprehensive and well-maintained. The separate ablution areas were clean and spacious, allowing other muslims to perform their ritual cleansing comfortably. The educational and community spaces within the mosque offered a range of programs and services catered to people of all ages, fostering a sense of belonging and providing opportunities for personal growth.
If you are local or even around the area I would definitely recommend going there to pray once to check out the beautiful mosque
East London Mosque is situated in Whitechapel with one entrance in the main road . That entrance takes you to the rear part of the prayer halls. There is a wudu area and shoe racks and the rear of the Ground floor prayer hall and also, round to the right are stairs down to the Basement prayer hall.
They provide light blue shoe bags and many keep the shoe bag with them for prayer.
There is an entrance next door in a building named London Muslim Centre. This building entrance takes you to a hallway and then you go left to the main prayer hall.
In Fieldgate Rd there is another entrance to London Muslim Centre taking you to the hall on your right. This is named Entrance 2 . Then there is another entrance to the Masjid building taking you nearer the front of the prayer hall and is named Entrance 3.
The London Muslim Centre houses a Secondary school on 2nd floor and a Junior school on 4th floor. It also has meeting rooms.
The Jumuah, Friday prayer was due to start at 1.45 with khutbah (talk) at 1.15. By 12.45 the main prayer hall was full. Lots of people arriving even 45 minutes before khutbah.
I was one of many going to the basement prayer hall.
There is plenty of wudu and toilet facilities, clean and tidy although one soap dispenser was empty.
All around the outer parts of the prayer hall were tiny cubicles for people who live in the Masjid for the last days of Ramadan.
The khutbah began at 1.15 after everyone had done 4 rakats . The imam could be seen in a screen in the basement prayer hall.
The khutbah was delivered in Bengali and English. This area has a large Bengali community.
The prayer began around 1.55. People left around 2.10.
There was a collection and an appeal by Muslim Aid for building Masajid in Syria. The Masjid takes credit cards as well as cash. You can donate online too for the Masjid.
The atmosphere was busy, crowded, prayerful and quite nice to experience.
They provide light blue shoe bags and many keep the shoe bag with them for prayer.
There is an entrance next door in a building named London Muslim Centre. This building entrance takes you to a hallway and then you go left to the main prayer hall.
In Fieldgate Rd there is another entrance to London Muslim Centre taking you to the hall on your right. This is named Entrance 2 . Then there is another entrance to the Masjid building taking you nearer the front of the prayer hall and is named Entrance 3.
The London Muslim Centre houses a Secondary school on 2nd floor and a Junior school on 4th floor. It also has meeting rooms.
The Jumuah, Friday prayer was due to start at 1.45 with khutbah (talk) at 1.15. By 12.45 the main prayer hall was full. Lots of people arriving even 45 minutes before khutbah.
I was one of many going to the basement prayer hall.
There is plenty of wudu and toilet facilities, clean and tidy although one soap dispenser was empty.
All around the outer parts of the prayer hall were tiny cubicles for people who live in the Masjid for the last days of Ramadan.
The khutbah began at 1.15 after everyone had done 4 rakats . The imam could be seen in a screen in the basement prayer hall.
The khutbah was delivered in Bengali and English. This area has a large Bengali community.
The prayer began around 1.55. People left around 2.10.
There was a collection and an appeal by Muslim Aid for building Masajid in Syria. The Masjid takes credit cards as well as cash. You can donate online too for the Masjid.
The atmosphere was busy, crowded, prayerful and quite nice to experience.
The most organised mosque I have ever seen. The staff is so helpful, there is always a space for you- how ever late you might be at the Friday’s prayer. The only downside when there is a Sheikh giving Khotba in a language other than English, sometimes he could be carried away more than the English part of the the same Khotba.