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What is a common architectural feature of the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, and Shah Mosque?
What is a common architectural feature of the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, and Shah Mosque?
- Dome-shaped roofs (correct)
- Tent-shaped roofs
- Pyramid-shaped roofs
- Flat roofs
Which mosque is known for its intricate mosaic tiles and calligraphy adorning its walls?
Which mosque is known for its intricate mosaic tiles and calligraphy adorning its walls?
- Shah Mosque (correct)
- Jama Masjid
- Blue Mosque
- Great Mosque
In terms of historical significance, which mosque is considered the oldest among the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, Shah Mosque, and Jama Masjid?
In terms of historical significance, which mosque is considered the oldest among the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, Shah Mosque, and Jama Masjid?
- Great Mosque (correct)
- Shah Mosque
- Blue Mosque
- Jama Masjid
What type of decoration is commonly used in the design of the Blue Mosque and the Great Mosque?
What type of decoration is commonly used in the design of the Blue Mosque and the Great Mosque?
Which mosque is famously located in Istanbul, Turkey?
Which mosque is famously located in Istanbul, Turkey?
What divides the tall minarets in the mosque?
What divides the tall minarets in the mosque?
Which mosque mentioned in the text has a huge paved rectangular courtyard?
Which mosque mentioned in the text has a huge paved rectangular courtyard?
What is a common feature of the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, Shah Mosque, and Jama Masjid?
What is a common feature of the Blue Mosque, Great Mosque, Shah Mosque, and Jama Masjid?
In which mosque are the minarets not divided by galleries?
In which mosque are the minarets not divided by galleries?
What architectural feature distinguishes the Blue Mosque from the other mosques listed?
What architectural feature distinguishes the Blue Mosque from the other mosques listed?
Which mosque is associated with the Andalusian Style architecture?
Which mosque is associated with the Andalusian Style architecture?
During which period was the Blue Mosque in Istanbul constructed?
During which period was the Blue Mosque in Istanbul constructed?
Which mosque is associated with the Seljuk Period architecture?
Which mosque is associated with the Seljuk Period architecture?
Who fled to Spain leading to the construction of the Great Mosque of Cordoba?
Who fled to Spain leading to the construction of the Great Mosque of Cordoba?
Which mosque is associated with the Safavid Period architecture in Isfahan?
Which mosque is associated with the Safavid Period architecture in Isfahan?
Study Notes
Mosque Design Examples
- The mosque features a huge paved rectangular courtyard and tall minarets divided by three galleries.
Historical Periods and Styles
- Andalusian Style: Characterized by the Great Mosque of Cordoba, Spain.
- Built during the reign of Umayyad caliph Abd al-Rahman.
- Abd al-Rahman fled from Syria to North Africa, then to Spain.
Other Periods and Styles
- Abbasids Period: Represented by the Great Mosque in Samarra.
- Tulunid Period: Exemplified by the Ibn Tulun Mosque in Fustat.
- Aghlabid Period: Characterized by the Great Mosque of Kairouan.
- Ottoman Period: Features two notable examples:
- Süleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul.
- Blue Mosque in Istanbul.
- Seljuk Period: Represented by the Great Mosque in Isfahan.
- Safavid Period: Exemplified by the I Shah Mosque in Isfahan.
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Explore the evolution of Islamic architecture with a focus on iconic mosques from different historical periods and regions such as Andalusian Style, Abbasids Period, and Ottoman Period. Learn about the unique characteristics and influences of each architectural style.
