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Mezquita en Nur-Sultan , Kazajstán . Es la mezquita más grande de Asia Central .
El edificio fue construido en estilo clásico islámico con adornos tradicionales kazajos. Ubicada en la margen derecha del río Yesil, la mezquita está adyacente al Palacio de la Paz y la Reconciliación , el monumento "Eli kazajo" y la Plaza de la Independencia.. Puede acomodar a cinco mil fieles, y en días festivos, hasta 10 mil personas. El área de la mezquita en más de 11 hectáreas y el área de construcción de 17,700 metros cuadrados.
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Also known as Masjid Sultan, the impressive Sultan Mosque in historic Kampong Gelam is the focal point for Singapore’s Muslim community.
Masjid Sultan, a premier mosque in Singapore and prominent landmark in the Kampong Glam Malay Heritage District. The district is a show-case for tourists to learn, understand the religion, culture and the diverse ethnic group that make up the Muslim Singaporeans today.
The Ottoman sultans' affinity for Chinese porcelain marks a fascinating chapter in the cultural exchange between the East and the West. Beginning in the 13th-14th centuries, the Ottomans actively imported Chinese porcelain, specifically pieces from the Sung, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Rather than adhering to the tradition of burying such items with deceased relatives, the Ottomans chose to integrate these exquisite porcelain pieces into the grandeur of the Topkapi Palace.
The collection at the Topkapi Palace is a testament to the Ottoman rulers' appreciation for the craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal of Chinese porcelain. Remarkably, even after more than 400 years, over 10,000 pieces have endured and are still part of the palace's collection. The preservation of these items is a testament to the care and value placed on them by the Ottomans.
Considering the daily use and proximity to the palace's kitchens and dining rooms, one might expect wear, breakage, and pilferage to have taken a toll on the collection. However, the pieces on display today defy these expectations by being in remarkably good condition. This highlights not only the resilience of Chinese porcelain but also the meticulous care and appreciation the Ottoman sultans had for these treasures.
The Topkapi Palace collection of Chinese porcelain stands as one of the most significant in Europe, showcasing the enduring legacy of cross-cultural interactions between the Ottoman Empire and China. The collection provides a unique glimpse into the historical and artistic connections that transcended geographical boundaries, enriching the cultural tapestry of both civilizations.
Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight Boeing 777-2AN(ER) A6-ALN taxiing just after sunrise for departure off Runway 30 Prestwick.
Sultan Ahmet Camii, (Blue Mosque) Istanbul Turkey,
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The Hazrat Sultan Mosque is a mosque in Astana, Kazakhstan. Completed in 2012, it is the largest mosque in Central Asia. The building was constructed in classical Islamic style with traditional Kazakh ornaments.
The Sultan Ahmed Mosque or Sultan Ahmet Mosque is a historic mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. A popular tourist site, the Sultan Ahmed Mosque continues to function as a mosque today; men still kneel in prayer on the mosque's lush red carpet after the call to prayer.
Sultan Qaboos Mosque, courtyard, Muscat, Oman, April 2023
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El Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, considerado el padre de los Emiratos Arabes Unidos (EAU), convirtió un sueño en realidad al construir una mezquita de una belleza incomparable, a pesar de que no pudo verla finalizada. Se empezó a construir en 1998 y se acabó en 2007, tres años después de su muerte.
Como es habitual, bajo la cúpula mayor se encuentra la sala de oración. Para acceder a ella debe cruzarse el gran patio de 17.000 metros cuadrados, cubierto con losas de mármol adornadas con incrustaciones de flores de colores y rodeado de galerías con arcos en forma de herradura.
Lo más llamativo en la sala de oración, a primera vista, son las 7 lámparas de cristal, la más grande de ellas tiene 10 metros de diámetro y un peso de 8 toneladas. Están fabricadas con cristal de Swarovski, montados sobre una estructura de plata y cobre y bañados en oro.
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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, with the historical and modern values of architecture and art.
The mosque is large enough to accommodate over 40,000 worshipers. The main prayer hall can accommodate over 7,000 worshipers. There are two smaller prayer halls, with a 1,500-capacity each, one of which is the female prayer hall.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has seven imported chandeliers from the company Faustig in Munich Germany that incorporate millions of Swarovski crystals mounted on a metal structure of gold plated silver and copper.
The 8 tones weight largest chandelier is the second largest known chandelier inside a mosque, the third largest in the world and has a 10 m (33 ft) diameter and a 15 m (49 ft) height.
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Lo Sheikh Zayed bin Sultano al-Nahyan, considerato il padre degli Emirati Arabi Uniti (EAU), trasformò un sonno in realtà costruendo una moschea di una bellezza incomparabile, malgrado non fosse riuscito a vederla finita. L’opera si incominciò a costruire nel 1998 e finì nel 2007, tre anni dopo la sua morte.
Come è solito, sotto la cupola maggiore si trova la sala delle preghiere. Per accederla deve incrociarsi il gran patio di 17.000 metri quadrati, coperto con lastre di marmo fiorite con incrostazioni di fiori di colori e circondato di gallerie con archi in forma di ferro di cavallo.
La cosa più vistosa nella sala de le preguiere sono 7 lampade di vetro, la cui più grande, nella sala dei maschi, ha 10 metri di diametro ed un peso di 8 tonnellate. Sono fabbricate con vetro di Swarovski, montati su delle strutture di argento e rame , ricoperte in oro.
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El Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, considerat el pare dels Emirats Arabs Units (EAU), va convertir un somni en realitat en construir una mesquita d'una bellesa incomparable, a pesar que no va poder veure-la finalitzada. Es va començar a construir en 1998 i es va acabar en 2007, tres anys després de la seva mort.
Com és habitual, sota la cúpula major es troba la sala d'oració. Per accedir a ella ha de creuar-se el gran pati de 17.000 metres quadrats, cobert amb lloses de marbre adornades amb incrustacions de flors de colors i envoltat de galeries amb arcs en forma de ferradura.
El més cridaner a la sala d'oració, a primera vista, són les 7 lluminàriess de cristall, la més gran d'elles té 10 metres de diàmetre i un pes de 8 tones. Estan fabricades amb cristall de Swarovski, muntats sobre una estructura de plata i coure i banyats en or.
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Sultan Qaboos Mosque, outside, Muscat, Oman, April 2023
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The Sultan Mosquee is a historic mosquée located within thé Kampoong Glan locality Rochor Singapour Built in 1826 and later rebuilt
During colonial times Singapore was segregated into ethnic districts by the town planners of that era. The Arab Street area was designated as a residential district for Singapore’s diverse Muslim population, primarily constituting people of Middle Eastern, Indian, Malay, Bugis, and Javanese descent.
However, the entrepreneurial tendencies of the residents soon turned it into a thriving trading center that attracted residents from Singapore’s other ethnicities, and became the main shopping area doing business in textiles, spices, furniture, handicrafts, etc. from the rows of shop houses that have been preserved and still line the streets today in this historical district.
Although Arab Street has retained its Middle Eastern character until today with Sultan Mosque, the largest mosque in Singapore, dominating the architectural landscape, it has nevertheless become a melting pot of Singapore’s ethnicities with shops selling everything from oriental rugs to Chinese furniture, ethnic jewelry, clothes, perfumes, etc. In addition to retail outlets, the area is abundantly populated with bars, cafés, eateries, and restaurants serving Indian, Malay, Middle Eastern, and Western dishes.
Sultan Qaboos Mosque, courtyard, Muscat, Oman, April 2023
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Die Masjid Sultan befindet sich zwischen der Muscat Street und North Bridge Road im Kampong-Glam-Distrikt in Singapur. Die 1928 eröffnete Moschee gilt als eine der wichtigsten Moscheen Singapurs. Die ursprüngliche Moschee geht auf den Herrscher von Johor, Sultan Hussain Shah, zurück.
The Sultan Mosque is located between Muscat Street and North Bridge Road in the Kampong Glam district of Singapore. Opened in 1928, it is considered one of Singapore's most important mosques. The original mosque dates back to the ruler of Johor, Sultan Hussain Shah.
Heliconius Ismenius ~ Butterfly Conservatory ~ Key West, Florida
Nikon D7500, Sigma 18-300, ISO 900, f/6.3, 300mm, 1/125s
Il giardino del palazzo reale Topkapi, a Istanbul, è punteggiato da moltissimi fiori, fra cui spiccano delle rose stupende... profumi di spezie e di fiori si fondono così per creare una magnifica atmosfera d'altri tempi.
Foto dal mio archivio, scattata a mano libera nel roseto antistante l'Harem.
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During colonial times Singapore was segregated into ethnic districts by the town planners of that era. The Arab Street area was designated as a residential district for Singapore’s diverse Muslim population, primarily constituting people of Middle Eastern, Indian, Malay, Bugis, and Javanese descent.
However, the entrepreneurial tendencies of the residents soon turned it into a thriving trading center that attracted residents from Singapore’s other ethnicities, and became the main shopping area doing business in textiles, spices, furniture, handicrafts, etc. from the rows of shop houses that have been preserved and still line the streets today in this historical district.
Although Arab Street has retained its Middle Eastern character until today with Sultan Mosque, the largest mosque in Singapore, dominating the architectural landscape, it has nevertheless become a melting pot of Singapore’s ethnicities with shops selling everything from oriental rugs to Chinese furniture, ethnic jewelry, clothes, perfumes, etc. In addition to retail outlets, the area is abundantly populated with bars, cafés, eateries, and restaurants serving Indian, Malay, Middle Eastern, and Western dishes.
Two instructional Sea King airframes at HMS Sultan Gosport. At left ZA168/30 built in 1982 as a HAS.5 with a later conversion to HU.6 standard. Alongside a much older example XV642/53 of 1969 vintage, built as a HAS.1 later conversion to HAS.2A standard, wfu from operational service, to HMS Sultan for ground instructional duties in March 1997.