IWG explores Kuwait’s Grand Mosque to foster cultural understanding, tolerance and Islamic heritage
The International Women’s Group (IWG) headed by Mrs. Marika Kochlamazashvili, spouse of the Ambassador of the Republic of Georgia and President of the IWG visited The Grand Mosque of Kuwait, the largest religious landmark in the country and one of its most significant religious and cultural sites, on Sunday, September 28.
The visit aimed to promote cross-cultural understanding and provide an opportunity to learn more about Islamic heritage and traditional Arabic architecture in Kuwait.
The IWG members enjoyed an introductory tour of the mosque, where they learned about its distinguished history and architectural significance, which is a blend of Andalusian and Arabic styles, reflecting traditional Islamic architectural heritage that combines luxury and spirituality.
A brief presentation on the mosque’s activities and the importance of its role in spreading Islamic and Kuwaiti culture was given by Ms. Fatima Al-Falah.
The members then visited the Arabic calligraphy art gallery, where they enjoyed viewing a collection of artworks of Arabic calligraphy that embody the aesthetics and authenticity of this ancient art form.
Mesmerized by the beauty of the architecture and the sacred atmosphere of the place, the IWG members expressed their admiration for the Grand Mosque and its religious and cultural symbolism, emphasizing that such initiatives contribute to spreading the values of tolerance, openness, and mutual understanding among peoples.
At the end of the visit, Ms. Marika Kochlamazashvili signed the guestbook, expressing her gratitude for the warm welcome and the great hospitality by the mosque’s administration, led by Dr. Bader Maajoun Al-Dhafiri, Director of the Grand Mosque. She also presented on behalf of IWG board and members two commemorative shields to Dr. Al-Dhafiri and to Ms. Reem Mohammed Al-Ghunaim, Head of the Visits Department.
From his side, Dr. Al-Dhafiri presented a commemorative shield to the IWG’s President, Ms. Kochlamazashvili, and to the group’s Vice-President, Ms. Rima Al-Khalidi, spouse of the ambassador of the State of Palestine.
The mosque administration then generously distributed commemorative gifts to the members, including a book translating the meanings of the Holy Quran into English.
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