Mud houses, watchtowers and old crafts.
- Quiet
- Authentic Emirati
Free
Culture & HeritageFree
Al Bidya Mosque
مسجد البدية
Al Bidyah, Fujairah, UAEShow on map
Worth crossing emirates
- Indoor
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Good in summer
- Parking
The UAE's oldest mosque, built of mud and stone.
Why it's worth the trip
A tiny, humble mosque believed to date back to the 15th century, the oldest in the UAE, with watchtowers on the hill behind offering coastal views.
About this place
Al Bidya Mosque is a simple mud-and-stone mosque with four small domes, set between the mountains and the sea on Fujairah's east coast. Visit respectfully, then climb to the watchtowers behind it for sweeping views. It's a short stop that feels centuries away.
Perfect for
- Quiet
- Authentic Emirati
- Heritage
- Day trip
Location
Al Bidyah, Fujairah, UAE
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