Twin minarets
Reflected in the water.
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The largest mosque in the Red Sea Governorate and Hurghada's best-known landmark, standing right on the waterfront beside the fishing port and marina, which give it its name, al-Mina meaning the harbour. It opened around 2012 and holds thousands of worshippers in its hall and courtyards. It is built in Ottoman and Mamluk style, with two tall, slender minarets, many domes around a large central one, and pale stone facades trimmed with crenellations and arches. Inside is a spacious prayer hall with decorated columns and arches, hanging chandeliers and a carved wooden minbar. The finest view of the mosque is from the sea or the end of the marina, when its minarets are reflected in the water among fishing boats and yachts; it looks its best at sunset and when lit at night. Entry is free outside prayer times, in modest dress with a head covering for women. It stands in El Dahar, Hurghada's oldest district, a few steps from the marina and the fish market.
Reflected in the water.
Domes and carved arches.
Best after sunset.
Corniche Road, El Dahar, beside Hurghada port and marina
From the end of the marina or from a boat, with the minarets rising above the fishing boats, especially at sunset.
