I sat on the beautiful red and green carpet ... it wasn’t the first Muslim place of worship in the UK, it was the first ...

The star and crescent This is sometimes seen at the top of a mosque, and is a commonly known ... or sometimes a fountain in a beautiful courtyard). Mihrab This is an alcove within the qiblah ...

If you’re looking to understand the different architectural styles and eras of Istanbul, here are five beautiful mosques to ...