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Khalifa foundation to build mosque in China

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Abu Dhabi, July 27 (IANS/WAM) The Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation has announced its support for building the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the China's Wuzhong city.

The Sheikh Zayed mosque will house 1,000 worshippers, ablution areas and toilets, with separate facilities for men and women. The project will also provide a residence for the incumbent Imam within its structure, along with a reception area, store, and other necessary amenities.

The declaration was made while commemorating the UAE Humanitarian Work Day, dedicated to the memory of the late founding father of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and in remembrance of his philanthropic efforts all over the world.

 

--IANS/WAM

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First Published: Jul 27 2013 | 8:42 AM IST

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