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New mosque in Rowland Heights

Anushe Khan and her children Yousuf, 5, left, Ayesha, 9, and Asma, 7, come out of the new mosque after attending Friday prayers.

Anushe Khan and her children Yousuf, 5, left, Ayesha, 9, and Asma, 7, come out of the new mosque after attending Friday prayers.  (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

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After four years of construction and $5.5 million in fundraising, the Islamic Center of San Gabriel Valley formally opened its massive new mosque, which includes a school, libraries, mortuary and health clinic. It means local Muslims can worship and use the center’s services without going to different sites.

Offering prayers

Muslims offer their first Friday prayers at the new mosque.  (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

Preparing for prayer

Anushe Khan and daughters Ayesha and Asma get ready for prayers at the mosque.   (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

The bride and groom

Groom Samir Mohamedy, 30, center in garland, with his bride, Henna Abowath, 28, right, and family members are in a festive mood after the wedding ceremony.   (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

Watching and waiting

Children watch worshipers gather to offer prayers Friday in the mosque.  (Irfan Khan / Los Angeles Times)

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