The white Floating Mosque on the Red Sea shore, best at sunset and blue hour.
Al Rahma Mosque, known as the Floating Mosque, stands on the Red Sea shore along the North Corniche Road in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and appears to float at high tide because part of it is built over the water. The classic frame is the white mosque against the sea at sunset or blue hour, shot from the shoreline path. A 24-70 mm lens works from the promenade, and a tripod helps for blue hour. It is an active mosque, so visitors dress modestly, avoid photographing worshippers and respect prayer times. Non-Muslim visitors view the mosque from outside. Parking is on the Corniche and access is by car, taxi, Uber or Careem. The mosque is about 3 km north of the Shangri-La Jeddah along the Corniche.
| Best time | Sunset |
|---|---|
| Best season | November to March |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Address | Al Rahma Mosque, North Corniche Road, Ash Shati, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia |
Shooting notes
- Equipment
- 24-70 mm zoom, tripod
Location
Al Rahma Mosque, North Corniche Road, Ash Shati, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
21.6487, 39.1008 View on map
Highlights
- Mosque built partly over the Red Sea
- Sunset and blue hour reflections
- Reachable along the Corniche walk
- Open shoreline vantage points
Tips for visiting
- Arrive 45 minutes before sunset.
- Use a tripod at blue hour.
- Dress modestly and respect prayer times.
- Do not photograph worshippers.
- Use Uber or Careem for the return.
When to visit
Sunset to blue hour, November to March.
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Frequently asked questions
Can non-Muslims photograph the mosque?
Yes, from outside; entry is generally limited. Avoid photographing worshippers.
When is the best time?
Sunset to blue hour.