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Amazing Islamic architecture

Post by being lonely » Apr 18, 2015 Views: 1755

With the widespread growth of Islam over the centuries, the fusion of distinct architectural styles and traditional Islamic art has given the world some of the most intricate and breathtaking architecture ever seen.

The ceilings of mosques in particular are a focal point of mosques. Islamic architecture draws heavily on mathematics and geometry, especially in the Arab world.

The repeating perfect spirals and geometric forms are reminiscent of the intricate mandalas found in Buddhist art as well. Iran especially, is known for its extraordinary collection of stunning mosques.

Wazir Khan Mosque, Lahore

The mosque is famous for its extensive faience tile work. It has been described as ‘a mole on the cheek of Lahore’.

Wazir Khan mosque was built in seven years, starting around 1634–1635 AD, during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan.


Bahaud-din Naqshband Mausoleum, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

The Mausoleum of Saint Bakhouddin Naqshbandi is one of the most important shrines for Muslims. Believers from different muslim countries come here to ask for healing and for their wishes to be fulfilled.

The complex also includes the museum, which keeps the true information about Sufi and Sufism; Sufi wearing, books and other expositions.


Al Soltan Qalawoon Mosque

The mosque is located in the capital city of Egypt.


Fatima Masumeh Shrine

The shrine of Fatima Masumeh is situated in Qom, Iran. Thousands of Shia muslims travel to Qom every year, to honour Fatima and seek her blessings.




Nasir al Mulk Mosque

Located in Shiraz, Iran, Nasir al Mulk Mosque is also known as the ‘pink mosque.‘ The mosque uses coloured glass in its facade, and also displays other traditional elements in its design.











Sheikh Lutf Allah Mosque

Standing on the eastern side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square, Isfahan, Iran, this mosque is known to be one of the is one of the architectural masterpieces of Safavid Iranian architecture.




Vakil Mosque

Vakil Mosque in Shiraz, Iran, was built in mid eighteenth century with its interior and the gates decorated with tiles in floral patterns. The mosque has only two iwans instead of the usual four.

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Post by Abner321 » Apr 21, 2015

Amazing art work and that shows the talent and culture of Muslims. How beautiful all of these mosques. I think all of these are considered in fact have worth as a tourist spots to see the art work of these regions.
I must say it is difficult for me to choose the best one among them.


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Post by jammy » May 01, 2015

Awesome....!!
Yeah i agreed with Abner 32 such kind of artwork shows the talent of muslims.
Here we could see a great combination of art and architectural work. During
my Istanbul tour i enjoyed such marvellous work there as well like Blue
mosque and Topkapi Palace. After viewing these all images i just lost back
in my memories as well.


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