About King Fahad Mosque
The mosque holds deep significance within the Muslim community and serves as Islam’s primary public institution. As a gift to the Muslim community of Southern California, Prince Abdulaziz Bin Fahad Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Minister of State and Cabinet Member, funded the purchase of the land in 1993, and in 1995 King Fahad pledged the financing required for its construction. The mosque now stands as both a religious and educational center for Muslims and non-Muslims around the world.
Inside, the Qiblah (the direction of prayer) is aligned precisely toward the Ka’ba in the holy city of Makkah, Saudi Arabia— the direction all Muslims face during prayer. In keeping with Islamic architectural traditions, the mosque features a marble façade, handcrafted Turkish tiles, and a 72-foot minaret crowned with a gold-leaf crescent. The minaret serves as a prominent architectural symbol of Islam.
Encompassing 63,000 square feet, the complex includes a central prayer hall, an auditorium, conference rooms, and modern facilities for wudu—the ritual purification performed before prayers.
King Fahad Mosque Capacity: 2000 people
Address: 10980 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
