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Articles related to "Islamic Architecture"
Islamic Architecture in the New Millennium Rather than any sort of prediction for the Islamic Architecture of the future, this article discusses some of the trends I would like to see. islamic • architecture • mosque • muslim • islam
ArchNet: An Online Resource on Islamic Architecture
This article discusses a great new online resource for Islamic Architecture-- ArchNet.org archnet • islamic architecture • aga khan
Books for Beginners:
Searching for some good books on Islamic architecture and art? This article provides some titles worth looking into. islamic architecture • islamic art • books • resources
Imagining a Whole New Architecture:
A biography on the architect and visionary, Hassan Fathy. hassan fathy • architect • egypt • islamic architecture • arab
Islamic Architecture 101: Some Basics This is meant to be an introductory sort of article for those unfamiliar with the subject. Some common terms are defined within the article and there is a short list of other terms at the end. islamic architecture • mosque
New Resources on Islamic Architecture
A look at the newest resources on Islamic Architecture, Art, and Islamic Gardens. islamic architecture • islamic art • islamic gardens
The Great Mosque of Cordoba This article is on the Great Mosque of Cordoba in Spain and briefly discusses its history and transformations. great mosque of cordoba • cordoba • cordova • spain • muslim spain
The Taj Mahal: A Multicultural Synthesis
This article is on the Taj Mahal and briefly discusses its multicultural features and fusion of architectural traditions. taj mahal • islamic • architecture • india • mughal
Arabic Calligraphy: The Art of the Calligraphy Scripts in Islamic History This article discusses Arabic calligraphy as an art form. This important art form has relevance to architecture because it is so widely used to decorate religious buildings. arabic calligraphy • arabic writing • arabic scripts • isalmic calligraphy • islamic architecture
The top ten Moorish sites in Spain The Moors who ruled Spain in the early Middle Ages left some splendid architecture and townscapes behind them. Here are ten of the best. arab • arabic • spain • spanish • moors
Brunei Darussalam - Asian Kingdom of Peace The small size of the Asian kingdom of Brunei Darassalam, located on the Northern Shore of Borneo, means that its nature, culture and heritage are all within easy reach. unspoilt asian kingdom of brunei • rainforest bruneu • night golf brunei • bruneu borneo • shopping malls in brunei
Visiting Spain´s Alhambra Palace The Alhambra is a stunning complex of palaces and gardens protected by the massive Alcazaba fortress. For a successful visit it´s vital to book early and plan carefully. alhambra • generalife • alcazaba • visiting the alhambra • booking your visit to the alhambra
What to See in Casablanca, Morocco Casablanca may be among the least exotic of Morocco destinations, but there is plenty to see and do when traveling to this modern, bustling town. what to see in casablanca morocco • travel to casablanca morocco • casablanca tourist attractions • short history of casablanca north africa's largest • morocco destinations
The New Mosques: Islamic Centers in North America This article discusses a few mosques of the last century in North America. mosque • islamic • islam • architecture • islamic center
Istanbul's Blue Mosque Istanbul's Blue Mosque was built partly as an effort to show Christians that Ottoman culture could produce something to rival the Hagia Sophia. ottoman architecture • sultan ahmed mosque • istanbul's blue mosque • sedefkâr mehmet aÿa • ottoman empire
A Short Trip to Pakistan An introductory article that deals with a short geographical location and history of Pakistan, its climate, along with some of the most prominent features in it culture. pakistan • culture • traditions • sindh • punjab
Prayer Rugs 101 A short introduction to prayer rugs, what they are, how they are used, and what the designs on the rugs mean. prayer carpets • islam • muslim
Gardens of Moorish Spain
While much of Europe was still in the dark ages, Moorish rulers in Spain were creating gardens of breathtaking sophistication. alhambra • generalife • cordoba • grenada • spain
Istanbul's Hagia Sophia In present-day Istanbul lies a magnificent church which possesses a history which embodies the very definition of the phrase "East meets West." hagia sophia • church of the holy wisdom • constantinople • istanbul • turkey
Overview of Islamic Gardens: PERSIA This article is the first of three on the history of Islamic Gardens and covers the gardens of Persia. The next in the series will be on Muslim Spain and the last will be on Mughal India. gardens • islamic • persia • iran
Paradise On Earth A brief look at the Paradise gardens of the Muslim world in Persia, Spain and India. paradise • gardens • islam • muslim
Rising Popularity of Tunisia Tunisia is becoming ever more popular as a short break destination with fine restaurants and hotels, plenty of history and culture and long sandy beaches. tunis • tunisia • sidi bou saïd • mosque of the olive tree • zitouna mosque
The Suleymaniye Mosque: Beyond Inspiration This article is about the Suleymaniye Mosque in Turkey and its inspiration the Hagia Sophia. suleymaniye mosque • hagia sophia • architecture • islamic • turkey
Who REALLY Built The Taj Mahal? Can you put a price on love? You can if it nearly bankrupts a nation. Or did it? Find out here. shah jahan • mumtaz mahal
"Amrika" Many peoples from around the world have made the United States their home. They have brought with them their distinctive customs, languages, beliefs, and cultures. Among the more recent and overlooked arrivals have been Muslims from the Arab world. As part of Suite 101's "Beauty of Islam" event, we take a look at the Muslim people's fascinating history in the United States. arab-american muslims • "little syria • " |
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