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Light was particularly difficult to obtain here but the interior of this beautiful and tiny mosque was so overwhelming that I really had to share this architectural gem with you. Tucked away in the center of Tetovo, a town not particularly known for its beautiful buildings, this mosque is worth a detour from and to almost anywhere in the region.
Šarena Džamija, (Macedonian: Шарена Џамија; Albanian: Xhamia e Pashës; Turkish: Alaca Cami) meaning Decorated Mosque in English, is a mosque located near the Pena River in Tetovo, Macedonia. The mosque [also referred to as the Painted or Colored Mosque in English] was originally built in 1438 and later rebuilt in 1833 by Abdurrahman Pasha.
The Šarena Džamija was originally built in 1438. The architect behind the Šarena Džamija was Isak Bey. Most mosques of the time had sultans, beys or pashas financing their constructions, but the Šarena Džamija, however, was financed by two sisters from Tetovo. As with many mosques, a hammam was built nearby across the river. The site used to include an Inn as well as a bathhouse on the other side of the river. The current courtyard of the Šarena Džamija is filled with many flowers, a fountain, and a Türbe. The octagonal "türbe" houses the resting places of Hurshida and Mensure, the two sisters who financed the construction of the mosque in 1438. Abdurrahman Pasha, a great enthusiast of art who was fond of Tetovo, reconstructed the Šarena Džamija in 1833. In 1991, the Islamic Community in Tetovo built walls around the mosque in the typical classical Ottoman style. In 2010, a renovation of the exterior paintings was completed and, with a €94,700 grant from the United States State Department, the façade will be reconstructed and preserved in 2011.
Unlike the traditional Ottoman ceramic tile decorations in mosques, the Šarena Džamija has bright floral paintings. More than 30,000 eggs were used to prepare the paint and glaze that went into the elaborate decorations. Another major difference between the Šarena Džamija and other Ottoman mosques is that the Šarena Džamija does not have a distinctive exterior dome.
The central iwan of the Kalyan Mosque, part of the Po-i-Kalyan complex, is lit by the soft light of early morning. Completed in 1514, this vast mosque could hold up to 12,000 worshippers and was built to face the towering Kalyan Minaret across the courtyard. With its perfect symmetry, detailed tilework, and peaceful atmosphere, it's easy to forget that this is one of the most visited UNESCO sites in Central Asia.
Shot of the beautiful interior of one of the domes of the Grand mosque AKA Sheikh Zayed mosque in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was initiated by the late president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who wanted to establish a structure which unites the cultural diversity of Islamic world, the historical and modern values of architecture and art. His final resting place is located on the grounds beside the same mosque.
The mosque was constructed from 1996 to 2007. It is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates.
The building complex measures approximately 290 m (960 ft) by 420 m (1,380 ft), covering an area of more than 12 hectares (30 acres), exclusive of exterior landscaping and vehicle parking.
Jerusalem, Old City - Jewish Quarter - 2005
this was my favorite part of the jewish quarter, this very small area, very escheresque....
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I think that everyone of us has place which we wanted to visit but didn’t manage to do so or didn’t know about it when being in the area.
Well, Nasir al-Mulk mosque …. is such a place for me. When I visited Iran in 2006, I got to Shiraz mainly wanting to see Persepolis. It was only after I’ve left Shiraz that I’ve seen wonderful photos of rather unusual mosque that has beautifully colored glass windows. When I flew to Shiraz couple of months ago, I made sure that I wont miss this place again. However life makes sure that there is always some surprise prepared for us. Beauty of this mosque comes up especially when the light nicely penetrates colored glass and beautifully reflects on the tiled floor. I’ve visited this place on Saturday morning and carpets have been still spread on the floor after Friday prayers… so I didn’t get the full effect of the colorful light… it means I have to visit it again….
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This is the Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum, one of the most important landmarks in Khiva. The large turquoise dome – the biggest in town – stands out above the old city walls of Ichan Kala. It's the final resting place of Pahlavon Mahmud, a 13th-century poet, philosopher, healer, and legendary wrestler who later became Khiva's patron saint.
Over time, the site became a royal burial place for Khiva's rulers. The building is known for its detailed tilework and spiritual atmosphere.
I took this photo around midday, which isn't the best time for photography. The strong sunlight makes the shadows harsh and flattens some beautiful details. But even in this light, the dome's color and overall structure still look impressive.
The Hassan II Mosque complex is on a rocky promissory next to the Atlantic Ocean so the morning mist can be heavy. Here the top of the minaret disappears into the mist making it seem endless.
Casablanca, Morocco
The Hassan II Mosque (Arabic: مسجد الحسن الثاني, French: Grande Mosquée Hassan II) is a mosque in Casablanca, Morocco. It is the second largest functioning mosque in Africa and is the 7th largest in the world. Its minaret is the world's second tallest minaret at 210 metres (689 ft). Completed in 1993, it was designed by Michel Pinseau under the guidance of King Hassan II and built by Moroccan artisans from all over the kingdom. The minaret is 60 stories high topped by a laser, the light from which is directed towards Mecca. The mosque stands on a promontory looking out to the Atlantic Ocean; worshippers can pray over the sea but there is no glass floor looking into the sea. The walls are of hand-crafted marble and the roof is retractable. A maximum of 105,000 worshippers can gather together for prayer: 25,000 inside the mosque hall and another 80,000 on the mosque's outside ground.—from Wikipedia
While staying in Muscat, we took a morning to visit the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, one of Oman’s most iconic landmarks. In Islam, it’s encouraged for wealthy Muslims to build mosques as a way to give back to the community, and Sultan Qaboos followed this tradition by commissioning this incredible site. Completed in 2001, the mosque can hold up to 20,000 worshippers. The main prayer hall was impressive, featuring a massive Persian carpet that once held the title of the world’s largest hand-woven carpet. The chandelier hanging from the dome, made of Swarovski crystals, was equally striking. The mosque’s architecture beautifully blends Islamic, Omani, and modern styles, with its domes, minarets, and expansive marble courtyards creating a peaceful atmosphere – Muscat, Oman
Hard to believe that these colourful tiles are from 16th century Persia. Wazir Khan Mosque, Lahore, Pakistan
Built by Timurlego, the Emir of Brickistan, in veneration of the saint and mystic Nasir ibn Brick, the Shrine of Nasir ibn Brick sits in a royal district of the capital city, Brickhara.
Abbasi Masjid is located in the city of Bahawalpur, Derawar Fort, Cholistan, Pakistan. It was built by Nawab Bahawal Khan in 1849.
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A short visit to the densest Muslim quarter in the Chinese capital of Xinjiang province, Urumqi, with the old city mosque, Silk Road styled bazaar market and minaret styled observation tower. Xinjiang is frequently at the center of many patently false claims of oppression against Muslims by the Chinese Han people. Even a quick visit to Urumqi and surroundings helps to dispel many of those myths widely spread in Arab, Turkish and Western media.
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My attempt to capture the symmetry of the entrance-iwan of this mosque, and particularly its dazzling beauty, has obviously failed but it was still worth to upload it.
Imam Mosque, formerly known as Shah Mosque is a mosque in Isfahan, Iran standing in south side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square. Built during the Safavid period, it is an excellent example of Islamic architecture of Iran, and regarded as one of the masterpieces of Persian Architecture. The Shah Mosque of Esfahan is one of the everlasting masterpieces of architecture in Iran. It is registered, along with the Naghsh-i Jahan Square, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its construction began in 1611, and its splendor is mainly due to the beauty of its seven-colour mosaic tiles and calligraphic inscriptions. The mosque is one of the treasures featured on Around the World in 80 Treasures presented by the architecture historian Dan Cruickshank.
The Safavids founded the Shah Mosque as a channel through which they could express themselves with their numerous architectural techniques. The four-iwan format, finalized by the Seljuq dynasty, and inherited by the Safavids, firmly established the courtyard facade of such mosques, with the towering gateways at every side, as more important than the actual building itself. During Seljuq rule, as Islamic mysticism was on the rise and Persians were looking for a new type of architectural design that emphasized an Iranian identity, the four-iwan arrangement took form. The Persians already had a rich architectural legacy, and the distinct shape of the iwan was actually taken from earlier, Sassanid palace-designs, such as The Palace of Ardashir. Thus, Islamic architecture witnessed the emergence of a new brand that differed from the hypostyle design of the early, Arab mosques, such as the Umayyad Mosque. The four-iwan format typically took the form of a square shaped, central courtyard with large entrances at each side, giving the impression of being gateways to the spiritual world.
Standing in the public square, or Maidan, the entrance-iwan (gateway) to the mosque takes the form of a semicircle, resembling a recessed half-moon and measuring 27 meters in height, the arch framed by turquoise ornament and decorated with rich stalactite tilework, a distinct feature of Persian Islamic architecture. At the sides rise two minarets, 42 meters high, topped by beautifully carved, wooden balconies with stalactites running down the sides. Master calligrapher of the Royal court, Reza Abbasi, inscribed the date of the groundbreaking of the construction, and besides it, verses praising Muhammad and Ali. In the middle, in front of the entrance, stood a small pool and a resting place for the horses, and inside the worshippers found a large marble basin set on a pedestal, filled with fresh water or lemonade. This basin still stands as it has for four hundred years, but no longer serves the function of providing refreshments to the worshipers at the Friday prayers.
In the center of Shakhrisabz, you'll find the Dorut Tilovat complex — its name means "Place of Reflection." It was built in the 14th century by Timur (Tamerlane) to honor his spiritual teacher, Shamsiddin Kulal. Over time, it also became a family burial place for figures from the Timurid dynasty, including Timur's oldest son, Jehangir.
Inside one of the chambers, you'll see Jehangir's tomb. The room is quiet and peaceful, decorated with beautiful tilework and soft colors. It’s a modest but powerful place that still feels meaningful, even after all these centuries.
This photograph captures the grandeur and artistry of Islamic architecture within a historical building (Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, nowadays the Orient Star Hotel) in Khiva, Uzbekistan. The composition is dominated by the symmetrical arrangement of the carved walls and ceiling, leading the eye towards the central chandelier. The use of sepia tones and the XPAN format contribute to a timeless and artistic feel.
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This photo was taken inside the Bolo Haouz Mosque — a historic Friday mosque just across from the Ark of Bukhara, near Registan Square. Built in 1712, it was the official place of worship for the emirs during the final years of the Emirate of Bukhara.
"Bolo Haouz" means "Children's Pool", referring to the reflecting pool before the mosque. While the exterior is known for its elegant wooden columns, the interior is just as striking. Detailed geometric patterns, soft pastel colors, and Quranic calligraphy surround the mihrab (prayer niche).
I arrived at a quiet time — only one man was praying, alone in a peaceful place, surrounded by centuries of art and faith..
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