Islamic Influences in Mosques Around the World
Throughout the world, one can see the influence of Islamic or Muslim architecture. Mosques in Spain, China, and the Middle East all contain similar architectural elements that are reflective of the world wide Islamic influence. Since one is able to see Islamic architecture around the world, they are able to see how Islam spread around the world not only through religion, but also through architecture, culture, dress and more.
Some of the Islamic architectural elements that are represented in all the mosques included in this site are:
Some of the Islamic architectural elements that are represented in all the mosques included in this site are:
- Columns
- Inscriptions of the Qur'an on the interior and exterior
- Colorful tiles and patterns
- Minarets
Timeline of Islamic Architectural Mosques
Photo Citations
- Huaisheng Mosque- http://www.emel.com/article?id=77&a_id=2151
- Dome of the Rock- http://landlopers.com/2012/05/02/colorful-dome-rock-jerusalem/
- Great Mosque of Cordoba- http://www.spain-holiday.com/blog/cordobas-great-mosque.php
- Suleymaniye Mosque- http://pics.tripdiscovery.com/masjids/the-süleymaniye-mosque-istanbul-in-turkey/