MUSCAT: The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is one of Oman’s most magnificent architectural landmarks.His Majesty Sultan Haitham ...

The star and crescent This is sometimes seen at the top of a mosque, and is a commonly known symbol relating to Islam. The five pointed star reflects the Five Pillars of Islam which are central to ...

Often in many mosques, the dome acts as the a central element of the structure, with its large shape and ornate design to draw the eye of the viewer in. However, the Blue Mosque's the smaller dome ...

It is by no means a small mosque however, the structure and composition of its design elements are streamlined to appear contained as opposed to overly expansive. Its minimalist design ...

It is the oldest preserved edifice of its type in Iran and a prototype for later mosque designs throughout Central Asia. The complex, covering more than 20,000 m 2, is also the first Islamic building ...