I've always been fascinated by the Muslim call to prayer. It's an experience I would look forward to with each visit to the Middle East.

Blaring over loudspeakers, the call to prayer gives Muslims and non-Muslims a quick synopsis of the Islamic viewpoint. Although I can't understand Arabic, the voices always proved to be soothing and therapeutic.

Traditionally, the Adhan is called out five times each day from a minaret. The prayer is read by the Muezzin, the guy selected to read the prayers because of his prominent and commanding voice. The prayers are piped into the Dubai Mall through the building's PA system.

Since Dubai is accepting of all religions, most non Muslims continue their daily business. The mall has designated prayer rooms for those who wish to worship.

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