Series - Mosques of New York City and environs - No.1

The most notable centre of the muslim faith in New York City, and the busiest is the Islamic Cultural Centre of New York. The mosque is generally known by locals and visitors alike as the 96th street mosque, describing its location at the intersection of 96th street and 3rd avenue.

The mosque building is an oasis of religion, in a desert of high rise commercial and residential towers. Its most awe-inspiring physical features, are the impressive minaret, grand prayer hall, and dome.

You can find more info on islamicfinder.com, including directions to the mosque at this link.

Note that the main prayer hall is not always open. The lower prayer hall (more convenient and accessible) is usually open all the time.