laws were developed. This collection of fundamental works in jurisprudence was called Justinian’s Code issued and created by Justinian. Church building was one of his many passions. In the building he used features such as‚ mosaics‚ domes‚ slender minarets‚ and columnar arches. Christianity was one of the pillars in the empire. Brothers‚ Cyril and Methodius were missionaries who tried to Christianize the Slavic people. On their mission they created a Slavic alphabet based on Greek characters. In the
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Not just a piece of architecture Monuments have stories to tell Monuments have been created for thousands of years‚ and they are often the most durable and famous symbols of ancient civilizations. Monuments are frequently used to improve the appearance of a city or location. Planned cities such as Washington D.C.‚ New Delhi and Brasília are often built around monuments. Monuments are also often designed to convey historical or political information. They can be used to reinforce the primacy
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activities to participate in‚ experiences to remember and many more. However in this research considerations will only be given to the selected popular landscape tourist attractions in the capital City Male’. They are: Grand Friday Mosque and Minaret Islamic Centre Sultan Park National Museum Medhu Ziyaraith OBJECTIVES To collect historical information about the popular attractions in Male’. To evaluate the popularity of these attraction among the tourist. To find
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ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF DELHI SULTANATE The Sultanate period brought to India new styles of art and architecture which were soon absorbed into the existing set up. A number of factors were responsible for events to move in such a direction. The existing Indian styles and the new ideas had many common features‚ which allowed them to adapt to one another. For instance both the temple and mosque had large open courtyards. Also many temples were converted in mosques by the foreign invaders‚ and this
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Mughals constructed excellent mausoleums‚ mosques‚ forts‚ gardens and cities. The Mughal buildings show a uniform pattern both in structure and character. The main characteristic features of Mughal architecture are the bulbous domes‚ the slender minarets with cupolas at the four corners‚ large halls‚ massive vaulted gateways and delicate ornamentation. Babri masjid The Mughal dynasty began with the emperor Babur in 1526. Babur erected a mosque at Panipat to celebrate his victory over Ibrahim Lodi
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in shape and the walls define the sacred area inside the building however‚ whilst some mosques are purpose built others can be found in converted houses. A basic feature of all mosques is a tower called the minaret. In Islamic countries the muezzin (caller) enters the minaret and calls the people to prayer. In Britain this is not allowed so some Islamic communities broadcast the call to prayer on a radio frequency which Muslims can pick up in their homes and places of work using a
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B) To read from the Qur ’ an in Arabic. C) To pray five times daily. D) To make a pilgrimage to Mecca. Points Earned: 5.0 Correct Answer(s): B Correct 8. Which of the following is not a feature of an Islamic mosque? A) hegira B) minaret C) dome D) mihrab Points Earned: 5.0 Correct Answer(s): A Correct 9. Reconquista identifies: A) a Muslim ’s obligation to make a pilgrimage to Mecca. B) a Muslim ’s obligation to fast during the month of Ramadan. C) the period when
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Every religion has its own approach to art and architecture. A comparison between different traditions can offer an illuminating insight into the varying religious outlooks and theologies. Architecture‚ as well as art‚ is influenced by a number of forces in society‚ in the environment‚ in the psychology of the people who produce it‚ and in different institutions. It is an expression of inner feelings and beliefs and so naturally is influenced by religion in many societies. Religious architecture
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features: 1. Taj Mahal is the finest example of Mughal architecture‚ a style that combines elements from Persian‚ Turkish and Indian architectural styles 2. The Taj is marked by perfect symmetry and harmony‚ be it the shape of the four towering minarets; the cupolas (chhatris); the central arch in the façade; the perfectly arranged arched recesses on both the story. ; the intricate pietra dura (stone inlay work); the delicate lattice work on marble windows or the magnificent dome. Even the mosque
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Jari‚ Diamond & Textile Industries? Surat 24.New Year in Gujarat? First Day of Kartik Month 25.Embroidered decoration is hung over the entrance & is considered to be a symbol of warm welcome ? Toran 26.Shaking Minarets(jhulti minar) Ahmedabad (one Minaret is shaken‚ the other one vibrates too) 27.Biggest temple of Gujarat ? Akshardham Temple (Shrine had statue of Lord Swami Narayan) 28.Industrial Capital of South Gujarat? Hajira near Surat 29.Industrial Capital of
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