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Khor Fakkan
— 25.3314°N, 56.3581°E
Gulf Method | Verified Data
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120,000+
4 Mosques
Gulf of Oman & Coral Reefs
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GST (UTC+4)
UAE East Coast — Gulf of Oman
Pristine Coral Reefs
Al Bidya Mosque — 1446 CE
Prayer Times in Khor Fakkan – UAE East Coast
Khor Fakkan — Sharjah Emirate — United Arab Emirates
Thursday, April 2, 2026 | UAE Gulf Standard Time (UTC+4)
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Time Remaining
00:00:00
Timezone
GST UTC+4
No DST
Qibla Direction
264°
From Khor Fakkan toward Makkah Al-Mukarramah (West) — ~1,700 km
Khor Fakkan Prayer Times – Complete UAE East Coast Guide 2026
Welcome to Khor Fakkan prayer times — the jewel of the UAE East Coast on the Gulf of Oman. All prayer times use the Gulf Region calculation method with Khor Fakkan's exact coordinates (25.3314°N, 56.3581°E) and UAE local time (GST / UTC+4) with zero daylight saving throughout the year.
The Qibla direction from Khor Fakkan is 264° (West) toward Makkah Al-Mukarramah, approximately 1,700 km away. Khor Fakkan's unique east-coast longitude (56.36°E vs Dubai 55.27°E) means prayer times here are approximately 4-5 minutes earlier than Dubai. The city is home to Al Bidya Mosque — the oldest surviving mosque in the UAE, built in 1446 CE — alongside pristine coral reefs and the dramatic Hajar Mountains.
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- Full monthly prayer calendar
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- Rakahs guide for each prayer
- Qibla compass: 264°
- Hijri and Gregorian dates
- Al Bidya Mosque 1446 CE heritage content
Khor Fakkan Highlights
- Main city on Gulf of Oman (UAE East Coast)
- Al Bidya Mosque — oldest UAE mosque (1446 CE)
- Pristine coral reefs & world-class diving
- Dramatic Hajar Mountains backdrop
- Deep-water port (one of UAE's largest)
- Sharjah Emirate exclave — unique geography
Rakahs Guide – How Many in Each Prayer?
Fajr
الفجر
4
Rakahs
Sunnah Before
2
Fard
2
Dhuhr
الظهر
10
Rakahs
Sunnah Before
4
Fard
4
Sunnah After
2
Asr
العصر
8
Rakahs
Sunnah Before
4
Fard
4
Maghrib
المغرب
5
Rakahs
Fard
3
Sunnah After
2
Isha
العشاء
13
Rakahs
Sunnah Before
4
Fard
4
Sunnah After
2
Witr
3
Oldest UAE Mosque
Gulf of Oman Beauty
Al Bidya Mosque — Islamic Heritage Since 1446 CE in Khor Fakkan
Al Bidya Mosque in Khor Fakkan is the oldest surviving mosque in the UAE, built in 1446 CE. Located in Al Bidya village north of Khor Fakkan, it features four distinctive domes built from local mud without any internal pillars — a rare Islamic architectural marvel. Internationally recognised as cultural heritage, it attracts researchers and worshippers from around the world.
This mosque embodies the deep Islamic roots of the Oman Coast in the UAE. While Muslims pray today in Khor Fakkan's modern mosques, this historic site has been hosting Islamic prayers for over five and a half centuries.
Built
1446 CE (~580 years ago)
Location
Al Bidya Village, N of Khor Fakkan
Domes
4 domes — no internal pillars
Material
Local mud — traditional construction
Recognition
UNESCO cultural heritage site
Status
Oldest surviving mosque in UAE
Khor Fakkan Mosques Interactive Map
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Top 4 Mosques in Khor Fakkan
Al Bidya Mosque (Oldest UAE Mosque – 1446 CE)
مسجد البدية (أقدم مسجد في الإمارات — 1446م)
4.9
8,500
2,000 capacity
Open for prayers
Al Bidya Mosque, also known as the Ottoman Mosque, is the oldest surviving mosque in the United Arab Emirates, built in 1446 CE. Located just north of Khor Fakkan near Al Bidya village, this UNESCO-recognised heritage site features four distinctive small domes made without any pillars — an architectural marvel. It remains an active mosque and the most historically significant Islamic site on the UAE East Coast, attracting thousands of visitors and worshippers annually.
Al Bidya Village, North of Khor Fakkan, Sharjah
Jummah
12:30 PM
Eid
07:00 AM
Khor Fakkan Grand Mosque (Al-Jami Al-Kabeer)
الجامع الكبير — خور فكان
4.8
6,200
6,000 capacity
Open for prayers
The Grand Mosque of Khor Fakkan is the largest and most prominent mosque in the city, serving the Muslim community of this beautiful East Coast UAE city. It features classic Islamic architecture with a grand central dome, elegant twin minarets, and capacity for 6,000 worshippers. This is the main venue for Friday prayers and Eid celebrations in Khor Fakkan, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Hajar Mountains.
Khor Fakkan City Centre, Sharjah Emirate
Jummah
12:30 PM
Eid
07:00 AM
Khor Fakkan Corniche Mosque
مسجد كورنيش خور فكان
4.8
4,800
3,000 capacity
Open for prayers
A beautifully positioned mosque along the Khor Fakkan Corniche, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Oman. With the Hajar Mountains rising steeply behind it and the Arabian Sea stretching before it, this mosque offers one of the most spiritually breathtaking prayer environments in the UAE. Popular among both residents and the many visitors drawn to Khor Fakkan's famous beach and coral diving sites.
Khor Fakkan Corniche, Gulf of Oman
Jummah
12:30 PM
Eid
07:00 AM
Al-Raudha Mosque Khor Fakkan
مسجد الروضة — خور فكان
4.7
3,100
2,500 capacity
Open for prayers
One of the most active community mosques in the Al-Raudha residential neighbourhood of Khor Fakkan, serving families from diverse Muslim backgrounds including a large South Asian expat community. Features regular Quran memorisation circles, Islamic education for children, and community events. Located near local markets and residential areas at the foot of the Hajar Mountains.
Al-Raudha District, Khor Fakkan
Jummah
12:30 PM, 01:00 PM
Eid
07:00 AM
Khor Fakkan Monthly Prayer Calendar – April 2026
All times in UAE local time (GST / UTC+4). No daylight saving throughout the year.
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FAQ – Khor Fakkan Prayer Times
Khor Fakkan is at longitude 56.36°E while Dubai is at 55.27°E — a difference of 1.09°. This means the sun rises and sets approximately 4-5 minutes earlier in Khor Fakkan, making all five prayer times 4-5 minutes earlier than Dubai.
Al Bidya Mosque is the oldest surviving mosque in the UAE, built in 1446 CE in Al Bidya village north of Khor Fakkan on the East Coast. It features four distinctive mud-brick domes built without any internal pillars — an internationally recognised cultural heritage site and active mosque.
Khor Fakkan belongs to Sharjah Emirate as an exclave. Although geographically close to Fujairah, it is administratively part of Sharjah — making it unique as a Sharjah territory on the Gulf of Oman rather than the Arabian Gulf.
Around Khor Fakkan mosques you will find: Al Bidya Mosque (1446 CE), pristine coral reef diving beaches, the dramatic Hajar Mountains, Rifaq Fort, the deep-water port, and the Khor Fakkan Corniche. An ideal destination combining Islamic heritage, nature, and culture.
Cities Near Khor Fakkan
Khor Fakkan Landmarks & Heritage Sites
Al Bidya Mosque (Oldest UAE Mosque – 1446 CE)
Khor Fakkan Deep-Water Port
Rifaq Fort (Khor Fakkan Fort)
Al-Rabi Archaeological Site
Khor Fakkan Beach & Corniche
Hajar Mountains (Dramatic backdrop)
Coral Reefs & Diving Sites (Gulf of Oman)
Al Shuwaib Heritage Village
Khor Fakkan Amphitheatre
Sharm Nature Reserve
Khor Fakkan Neighbourhoods & Areas
Al Raudha
Al Qurm
Al Harai
Al Shuwaib
Al Bidya
Khorfakkan Port Area
Al Tayba
Wadi Hayl
Al Jeer
Munay
About Khor Fakkan — Jewel of the UAE East Coast
Khor Fakkan is a city on the Gulf of Oman (East Coast UAE), part of Sharjah Emirate — making it one of the few UAE cities on the Arabian Sea side of the peninsula. Nestled between the dramatic Hajar Mountains and the Indian Ocean, Khor Fakkan is famous for its deep-water port (one of the busiest in the UAE), pristine coral reefs, turquoise waters, Rifaq Fort, Al-Rabi archaeological site, and the iconic Al Bidya Mosque — the oldest surviving mosque in the UAE, built in 1446 CE. Its unique geography, where soaring rocky mountains meet crystal-clear sea, makes Khor Fakkan one of the most visually stunning cities in the entire Gulf.
Population
120,000+
Area
400 km²
Elevation
3 m
Qibla
264°