The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is a well loved destination in the UAE, with its beautiful white marble domes, semi-precious stone embellishments and brilliant tours. 

The mosque has won yet another award, taking second place globally in the Trip Advisor’s Travellers Choice Awards 2017 – but we’re not that surprised. 

It came second only to Cambodia’s Angkor Wat temple in Siem Reap.

Here are 10 pictures that show just why it topped the list for international landmarks. 

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The architecture is breath-taking  

The Swarovski crystal chandeliers are out of this world

Beautiful from every angle

Its domes are iconic

The courtyard sprawls out with some of the most beautiful designs