The configuration of the mosque, the worshipping place for Muslims, traces its history to the courtyard of the religion's founder. The first mosques were, therefore, simple open spaces marked for ...

For over 850 years, the leaning minaret of the Great Mosque of al-Nuri stood as an iconic landmark in the Iraqi city of Mosul ...

Al Warqa’a mosque in Dubai is a seamless blend of traditional touches and modern design. Created by Waiwai – an architecture ...

“The symbolism is nice,” the civil engineer says. Still, critics of the central mosque have accused the builders of a lack of imagination, as the impressive cupola and minarets can also be interpreted ...

"What I feel we have achieved here is a modern building that takes in the best modern architecture and maintains all the traditional features of a mosque." An inauguration ceremony for the new ...

traditional ceramic tiles and stained-glass windows. Recent travelers described their time at this mosque as "amazing" and "peaceful," adding that it is just as stunning as the Blue Mosque and ...

In total, the mosque will use over 50% less energy than a traditional mosque building, stated Al Breiki. The mosque also conserves about 48% of its water. A water treatment unit allows grey water ...

The Amina Bint Ahmad Al Ghurair Grand Mosque, located in the emirate's Al Safia area, stands out for its blend of traditional and modern Islamic design and architectural elements. The beauty of ...