Guru Nanak Darbar
Jebel Ali Village, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sikhism
Dubai’s landmark gurdwara, identified by its official history as the first official Sikh place of worship in the Gulf.
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Sacred Places
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Sacred Places
Browse Sacred Places selected for Templestan’s public collection.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Oud Metha, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Christianity
A historic Catholic church in Dubai whose first building was dedicated in 1967 and whose present church opened in 1989.
Hindu Temple Dubai
Jebel Ali Village, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Hinduism
A major multi-deity Hindu temple in Jebel Ali, inaugurated in October 2022 with a blend of Indian and Arabic design.
Bur Dubai Grand Mosque
Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Islam
A historic grand mosque in old Dubai, on a site associated with Qur’anic teaching since 1900.
Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque & Centre
Al Safa, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Islam
A prominent Dubai mosque and cultural centre known for its Blue Mosque-inspired architecture and visitor programmes.
Jumeirah Mosque
Jumeirah 1, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Islam
A major Dubai mosque known for its 1979 opening and long-running guided cultural visits for non-Muslim guests.