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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: How a special task force preserved Abu Dhabi landmark s chandeliers in 45 days
It took a team of 45 people working 12-hour days to give the mosque s lighting system a complete overhaul
Interior view of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, showing one of its chandeliers. Antonie Robertson / The National
The mosque features seven grand chandeliers. Antonie Robertson / The National
The largest chandelier in the mosque is designed to resemble a palm tree. Antonie Robertson / The National
It was manufactured by German crystal chandelier maker Faustig. Antonie Robertson / The National
Detail view of the main chandelier inside the mosque. Antonie Robertson / The National