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Civilizations converge here
In this place, time has mediated between three eras bearing witness, not only in the spirit of forgiveness, which has been imprinted in Egypt throughout its long history and has allowed for harmony between the Pharonic, Roman, Persian, Coptic, and Islamic civilizations on its land but also in maintaining that character in its history.
The place is the mosque of Sultan Hassan Ibn Al-Sultan Al-Nasr Ibn Qualoon, one of the Sultans of the Mamlukes in 1375AD. The mosque is located in the historic town of Al-Qualaa near the Citadel of Salah Al Dein Al Ayouby which embraces within its walls one of the most famous mosques in Egypt, the mosque of Mohammed Ali Pacha. The houses of the historic town of Al-Qualaa were built throughout hundreds of years to carry to us the hallmarks of different civilizations. All these civilizations are very similar even though none of them were built on the foundations of each other, yet they coincided in history by shaping the features of a city that is forever modernizing and broadening while at the same time preserving its historical characteristics.
On the side of this scene appears the character and features of modern Cairo (New Cairo) with sky scrappers and luxury five star hotels overlooking the vast nile river to frame for us the heart of the picture with fervor and moderness and to endorse (bear witness to) history.
The mosque of Sultan Hassan in the historic town of Al-Qualaa, in the heart of old Egypt might be the best representation for harmony and communication. The founder of the mosque was determined that the Sahn (courtyard) of the mosque include four Iwans (open spaces) with each iwan specified for every one of the four madhhabs of islam (Islamic school of law). The four madhhabs are Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i and Hanbali. These are the schools with followers that competed against each other in the mamluk age and it is as if the sultan Hassan wanted to say to the future generations that there is no substitute for forgiveness, living in-sync and communicating.
Sultan Hassan invited and encouraged communication between followers of different religions and to face the battle between civilizations.
Here in the heart of old Cairo, this scene bears to the whole world an invitation saying living together in harmony is possible and communication is required.
The Blue Mosque, although not blue from the outside, has the most calming effect once entered. It is amazing that the entire structure was hand made, placed tile by tile, and all in the name of good faith.
I am always glad to see people from all countries and faiths swarming to this mosque to experience the awe. Everyone enters and it's amazing to be with all these people, all respecting and admiring this religious structure - whether or not they beleive in it.
The Sultanahmet Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii) was built between 1609 and 1617 and is also known as the Blue Mosque because of the blue tiles used to decorate the walls of its interior.
A third of the mosque is built over water, to reflect a famous saying from the Qu'ran. You can get an idea of the size of the mosque from this distance. it's imposing, and beautiful.
The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in the Edirnekapı neighborhood near the Byzantine land walls of Istanbul, Turkey. Located on the peak of the Sixth Hill near the highest point of the city, the mosque is a prominent landmark in Istanbul.
The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque was designed by Mimar Sinan ("Sinan the Architect") for the favorite daughter of Suleiman the Magnificent, Princess Mihrimah. Its building took place from 1562 to 1565. The complex has been severely damaged by earthquakes several times (including 1719, 1766, 1814 and 1894), and although efforts were made to restore the mosque, its attendant buildings received less attention. The dome was further damaged during 1999 İzmit earthquake, and required restoration, along with the upper half of the minaret.
The interior is a cube under a dome 20 m in diameter and 37 m high. On the north and south sides, triple arcades supported by granite columns open onto side aisles with galleries above, each with three domed bays. A vast amount of surface area is covered by windows, making the mosque one of the brightest lit of any of Sinan's works. Some of the windows contain stained glass.The interior stencil decorations are all modern. However, the mimbar in carved white marble is from the original construction.
As built, the Mihrimah Sultan Mosque had a külliye which included (besides madrasah) a double hamman, türbe and a low row of shops under the terrace upon which the mosque was built, whose rents were intended to financially support the mosque complex.
One of the seven mosques built in the 1370s by Khan-i-Jahan Junan Shah, Prime Minister to ruler Feroz Shah Tughlaq, the double-storeyed marvel got its name from the red sandstone grilled windows, or khirkis, that line its walls. The derelict mosque has collapsed domes, blackened walls and a covered hall in which natural light filters through the ‘khirkis’. Despite this it has a unique charm. The roof, still accessible by a staircase, has 72 domes, 9 of which have collapse and has has clearly been used for a variety of activities – cooking fires have been lit and graffiti is daubed on the walls. Clearly some of Delhi's large number of homeless have been living up here; I also spotted a man using the roof to walk his dog – not a bad idea given that the streets below are jammed.
The pillared hall, with 25 squares, is the highlight. A visually delicious jumble of arches and domes, it takes its dim light from the khirkis, as well as four open courtyards. The Mecca-facing western wall has no window and so is darker and mustier. There, the bats, hanging from the ceiling, make a strange sound that echoes off the pillars. Many say this is Delhi’s most romantic ruin.
ISLAMABAD – An illuminated view of colour lights installed over the landmark of the Federal Capital City, Faisal Mosque on the occasion of special prayers called “Shabina” on the 27th of Holy Fasting Month of Ramzan. Sohail Nashir
Central Asmara Mosque with foot washing station in front of it. I like the shadow. I've taken this Mosque picture before, but this was midday.
The Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque is one of the first mosques to open its doors to non-Muslims. The space is also equipped with facilities, such as a youth club and lecture hall, that transform it into a religious centre. Inspired by the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, the design follows a similar Ottoman style with Andalusian influences. Rising 30 metres into the sky, this mosque is one of the biggest in the UAE, accommodating up to 2,000 worshippers
Mosque of Khudabad build by Yar Muhammad
Kalhora Dynasty or Kalhoro Dynasty (Urdu: سلسله کلہوڑا ) ruled Sindh, Pakistan. This dynasty was founded by Kalhora tribe.
Kalhora dynasty ruled certain other parts of Pakistan from 1701 to 1783 AD. Kalhoras ruled Sindh for 85 years and there were twelve Kalhora rulers during this time. By the late 1600s, the Mughal dynasty became very weak and the governor Yar Muhammad Khan Kalhora became virtual ruler of Sindh. After Nadir Shah Durrani of Iran and invaded and occupied the Mughal capital in 1739 the Kalhora became rulers of Sindh. The territory of Kalhora dynasty extended from Multan to Thatta. This period is known as the golden period of Sindhi literature. Poets like Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, Sachal Sarmast, and Sami wrote their works in this era. Talpur army defeated Kalhora dynasty in the battle of Halani in 1783 to become rulers of Sindh.
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The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in the Edirnekapı neighborhood near the Byzantine land walls of Istanbul, Turkey. Located on the peak of the Sixth Hill near the highest point of the city, the mosque is a prominent landmark in Istanbul.
The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque was designed by Mimar Sinan ("Sinan the Architect") for the favorite daughter of Suleiman the Magnificent, Princess Mihrimah. Its building took place from 1562 to 1565. The complex has been severely damaged by earthquakes several times (including 1719, 1766, 1814 and 1894), and although efforts were made to restore the mosque, its attendant buildings received less attention. The dome was further damaged during 1999 İzmit earthquake, and required restoration, along with the upper half of the minaret.
The interior is a cube under a dome 20 m in diameter and 37 m high. On the north and south sides, triple arcades supported by granite columns open onto side aisles with galleries above, each with three domed bays. A vast amount of surface area is covered by windows, making the mosque one of the brightest lit of any of Sinan's works. Some of the windows contain stained glass.The interior stencil decorations are all modern. However, the mimbar in carved white marble is from the original construction.
As built, the Mihrimah Sultan Mosque had a külliye which included (besides madrasah) a double hamman, türbe and a low row of shops under the terrace upon which the mosque was built, whose rents were intended to financially support the mosque complex.
Mosques are the Holy place of Muslims. It refers to a Arabic word Masjid. Muslims prayer five times a day when Adhan is call by muezzin in the Mosque. Mosques present all over the world in a huge amount that the voice of adhan is one which surrounds 24hrs of the day in the world.
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Parts of this mosque date to the 10th century and is the second oldest mosque in Iran (according to our guide)