29.06.2007, 10:46 2630

Nazarbayev laid foundation stone in construction of cathedral mosque

Astana. June 29. Kazakhstan Today - The President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev laid a symbolical stone in future construction of a new cathedral mosque in foothills Ala Taus on Thursday, the president's press service informed on Friday.

"The President familiarized with the plan of the new mosque, the construction of which is planned to be finished in May, 2009. The cost of the project which will be financed due to donations, makes $40 million," the message states.

According to the press service, 16 hectares of land have been allocated for construction. The object will consist of four levels. Besides the main premises, the residence of spiritual board of Moslems of Kazakhstan, hotel and medrese with library will be located in the complex.

The mosque will be able to sit 20 thousand parishioners.

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