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The Grand Mosque was constructed between 1996 and 2007. It was designed by Syrian architect Yousef Abdelky. The building complex measures approximately 290 by 420 m (950 by 1,380 ft), covering an area of more than 12 hectares (30 acres), excluding exterior landscaping and vehicle parking. The main axis of the building is rotated about 11° south of true west, aligning it in the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
The project was launched by the late president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, who wanted to establish a structure that would unite the cultural diversity of the Islamic world with the historical and modern values of architecture and art.
In 2004, Sheikh Zayed died and was buried in the courtyard of the mosque.
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This shot was taken just outside the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, featuring a close-up of the Kalta Minor minaret — known for its striking turquoise tile bands and unfinished height. Framing the tower in full wasn’t possible here, so I chose a tighter composition to focus on patterns, textures, and light.
At the base of the minaret sits a life-size bronze sculpture of two men chatting, with a samovar bubbling at their feet — a quiet nod to Khiva’s long-standing traditions of hospitality and tea culture. It’s one of several street-style statues in Itchan Kala that celebrate everyday moments in Uzbek life. The mix of monumental architecture and informal storytelling creates a layered visual that feels timeless and amuzing.
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A shot of the blue mosque in Istanbul as seen through the gates of the mosque. It is truly wonderful the way it looks passing through these gates and looking up to this architectural wonder.
[Tabriz, East Azerbaijan, Iran] The perfect symmetry of a side brick archway of the Blue mosque of Tabriz, leading to a door and a pair of windows, and going from shadows to light.
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To know more about this masjid, pls visit the following websites:
(a) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masjid_Abdul_Gaffoor
(b) www.mosque.org.sg/abdulghafoor/htm2/index.html
The location of the masjid can be found here: www.streetdirectory.com/asia_travel/travel/travel.php?tra...
Originally designed by the architect José Espiau y Muñoz, in 1914, for the insurance company La Adriática, the building constitutes a beautiful example of Eclecticism, where elements of Islamic architecture are combined with the Plateresque style.
Badshahi Mosque is a vast structure covering 29,867.2 square meters (321, 488 square feet), and was built under the auspices of the 6th Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1673. The mosque is considered one of the finer examples of Mughal architecture. Although the mosque was pillaged and abused under succeeding Sikh and British empires, the British did establish the Badshahi Mosque Authority to restore the mosque, which was taken over by Pakistan after its independence, and the restoration work was completed in 1960. Badshahi Mosque is a cultural icon of Pakistan, and has served as a location for state functions.
For more detailed information on Badshahi Mosque, see: www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Badshahi_Mosque
For more information on Lahore, see: www.cnn.com/travel/article/pakistan-lahore-mughal-treasur...
The Shah Mosque, also known as Masjed-e Jadid-e Abbasi, Royal Mosque, or in recent times Imam Mosque after the Iranian Revolution, is a mosque in Isfahan, Iran, standing in south side of Naghsh-e Jahan Square. It was built during the Safavid dynasty, ordered by Abbas I of Persia.
This shot with people gives you a better idea of the scale of this magnificent mosque.
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
Taj Mahal (1631-1654), on the banks of river Yamuna. View from Agra Red Fort. Uttar Pradesh, India
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KASHAN, Isfahan, Iran - Unique architectural features and large brick dome of the landmark Agha Bozorg mosque and madrasa or religious school in the oasis city of Kashan, central Iran.
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The majestic Mecca Masjid. One of the oldest and largest mosques of south India, and an Iconic symbol of Hyderabad.
One can find many pigeons here and people from all religions come and feed them every morning. Early morning is the best time to visit this place : )
Few interesting facts i came across about this mosque:
1. Each of the two octagonal columns on either side are made out of a single piece of granite, which took five years to quarry.
2. The courtyard houses a large pond flanked by slab seats. Legend has it that a visitor who sits on one of these seats will definitely return to sit on them again.
3. It took about 8000 masons and 77 years to be complete the construction.
4. The mosque is believed to contain sacred relics, one of which is a hair of the Prophet Muhammad.
5. It is believed that Muhammed Quli commissioned bricks to be made from earth brought from the holy city of Mecca and inducted them into the construction of the central arch of the mosque, which explains the name of the mosque.
6. Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah(6th king of Hyderabad) himself laid the foundation stone of the mosque, when he failed to find one person who had never missed his prayers. The king seemed to be the only person who never missed on his prayers ever since he was 12 years of age.
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The Kuala Lumpur Mosque was constructed between 1998 and 2000. It is situated on a five hectare site near the Government Office Complex along Jalan Duta. The Wilayah Persekutuan (Federal Territory) Mosque was opened to the public on October 25, 2000 and was officiated by the 12th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin ibni Almarhum Syed Putra Jamalulail. It is the 44th mosque built by the Government within the city limits. The mosque can accommodate 17,000 worshippers at any one time. (Source: Wikipedia)
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The mihrab in a mosque points the direction to Mecca which all Muslims face during prayers. The niche like room also acts as a natural amplifier for the Imam when he calls the prayer.
This is probably the only shot of the mihrab in which I managed to get the ceiling as well. The area wasn't open to entry thus the difficulty in capturing all of it. This was probably the most beautiful part of the entire mosque/cathedral and perhaps the photo may give some idea of its beauty.
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Tomb of the wife of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in Aurangabad, looks a lot similar to Taj Mahal at Agra.
The Bibi-Ka-Maqbara (19°55’ N; 75°15’ E) is a beautiful mausoleum of Rabia-ul-Daurani alias Dilras Banu Begum, the wife of the Mughal Emperor Aurangazeb (1658-1707 A.D.). This mausoleum is believed to be constructed by Prince Azam Shah in memory of his mother between 1651 and 1661 A.D. An inscription found on the main entrance door mentions that this mausoleum was designed and erected by Ata-ullah, an architect and Hanspat Rai, an engineer respectively. The marble for this mausoleum was brought from mines near Jaipur. According to Tavernier, around three hundred carts laden with marbles, drawn by at least 12 oxen were seen by him during his journey from Surat to Golconda. The mausoleum draws its inspiration from the world famous Taj Mahal of Agra (constructed between 1631 and 1648 A.D.) and hence it is rightly known as the "Taj of Deccan". The mausoleum was intended to rival the Taj Mahal, but, the decline in architecture and proportions of the structure had resulted in a poor copy of the latter. Even this decline cannot stop one appreciating the setting of the tomb complex in a garden setting with the mountain ranges behind providing as a backdrop. A huge ‘U’ shaped gap in between the hills behind provides the perfect harmony in which the mausoleum is blended.
The mausoleum stands at the centre of a huge enclosure measuring approximately 458 m. N-S X 275 m. E-W. Baradaris or pillared pavilions are located at the centre of north, east and western part of the enclosure wall. The typical Mughal Char-Bagh pattern adorns the mausoleum thereby increasing its beauty and splendour through its symmetry and excellent garden layout. The high enclosure wall is crenellated with pointed arched recesses and bastions at regular intervals are provided to cut down the monotony. The recesses are divided by pilasters, crowned with small minarets.
The mausoleum is entered through a main entrance gate on its south, which has excellent foliage designs on brass plate on wood covering from the exterior. After passing through the entrance a small tank is provided and a low profile screen wall leads to the main structure. The screened pathway has a series of fountains at its centre, which adds to further the serene atmosphere.
The mausoleum is built on a high square platform with four minarets at its corners, which is approached by a flight of steps from the three sides. A mosque is found to the west of the main structure, which was a later addition caused, by Nizam of Hyderabad resulting closure of the entrance. The mausoleum is encased with marble up to the dado level. Above the dado level, it is constructed of basaltic trap up to the base of dome; the latter is again built of marble. A fine plaster covers the basaltic trap and given a fine polished finish and adorned with fine stucco decorations. The mortal remain of Rabia-ul-Daurani is placed below the ground level surrounded by an octagonal marble screen with exquisite designs, which can be approached by a descending flight of steps. The roof of this chamber that corresponds to the ground level of the mausoleum is pierced by an octagonal opening and given a low barricaded marble screen. Thus the tomb can also be viewed from the ground level also through this octagonal opening. The mausoleum is crowned by a dome pierced with trellis works and accompanying panels decorated with flower designs.
The smaller mosque, a later addition, stands to the west of the mausoleum. The bays are pierced through with five cusped arches and a minaret could be noticed at each corner.
According to the "Tawarikh Namah" of Ghulam Mustafa, the cost of construction of the mausoleum was Rs. 6,68,203-7 (Rupees Six Lakh, Sixty Eight Thousand, Two Hundred and Three & Seven Annas) in 1651-1661 A.D.
While staying in Muscat, I spent a morning exploring the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque, an architectural masterpiece and a haven for those drawn to light and shadow. Completed in 2001, this iconic landmark offers endless opportunities for creative compositions, with its domes, archways, and intricate patterns creating striking contrasts of light and shadow. – Muscat, Oman
Oración en el Mausoleo Kaffal Shoshi (Siglo XVI), dedicado al estudioso y poeta islámico Abu Bakr Kaffal Shoshi, en el conjunto Hazrati Iman de Tashkent, Uzbekistán.
View of Shalamar Garden or Shalimar Gardens build by the Mughals in 16th century. Lahore. A UNESCO World Heritage.
A short visit to the densest Muslim quarter in the Chinese capital of Xinjiang province, Urumqi, with the old city mosque extending its minarets into the sky.
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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A visitor stands in awe within the Hassan II Mosque, framed by its majestic arches and intricate tilework. Light streams through the open space, illuminating the architectural details and creating a serene atmosphere. This image captures the grandeur and spiritual essence of one of Morocco's most iconic landmarks.
...Hagamos algo verdaderamente grandioso,
hagamos algo bello, extraordionario,...
...Y construyeron la Mezquita de Córdoba.
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