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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.
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.
Sultan Salahuhddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque
Selangor's new capital is dominated by the enormous minarets and gleaming blue dome of the State Mosque, Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah.The enormous aluminium dome is reputed to be the among the largest in the Islamic world. The mosque sits alongside the city's manmade central lake, which is also adjoined by Urban Shah Alam, a beautifully landscaped recreational park.
When visiting the city, you will certainly be impressed by the beautiful architectural design of the State Mosque, the Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah.
Dominating the entire state capital, this is truly one of the finest mosques to be found anywhere in the world. Completed in 1988, its minarets, at 142.3 meters, are the tallest in the world. Its graceful blue dome is also one of the biggest of its kind. Decorative Islamic calligraphy enhances the dome and main prayer hall, while the overall architecture integrates Malay and Moorish design elements. The mosque's pulpit has been executed in carved timber, a masterpiece of local craftsmen from the state of Kelantan.
This breathtaking mosque is an awesome sight; you can spot its blue dome - said to be the largest in the world - from quite a distance away.
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.
Eastern face. Note the calligraphy in golden on green stone.
The two story hall is amazingly well decorated with lots of calligraphy on stone and glass, etched glass lamps, and a huge chandelier below the dome that I hear was imported from Egypt.
Photography inside the hall is disallowed.
This is the Holy Mosque which we Muslims believe that the House of God on earth. the Black building in the meddile (the Ka'bah) is an old building that was built by prophet Adam, peace be upon him. the (ka'bah) was rebuilt again by Prophet Ibrahim and his son Ismail, peace be upon them. we belive that the black stone was brought from heaven to earth by angels, and was placed there at that time.
the holy mosque is located in the holy city of Makkah, of which the name was given to it. we also call it the forbidden city, as one is not allowed to cause any harm in it, no hunt of animals, no murder of people, and no cut of plants. Muslims all over the world turn towards the holy mosque while offering daily prayers. The outdoor and indoor praying spaces of the mosque can accommodate up to 4 million worshippers during the Hajj period, one of the largest annual gatherings of people in the world.
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.