ReThe Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, located in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, is a prominent structure known locally as the Red Mosque for its architectural, historical and religious significance. This mosque reflects the cultural influence of Islam in Sri Lanka and was constructed in the early 20th century, gradually becoming both a religious and tourist landmark. Situated in the bustling Pettah district of Colombo, the Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque stands out with its red-and-white geometric patterns and is
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Ahsen Karakaş

Cizre Ulu Camii is a historic mosque located in the Cizre district of Şırnak Province, Türkiye, in the Mountain Door Neighborhood, on place land. Surrounded by roads on all four sides, this building has reached the present day through various additions and repairs carried out in different periods. The mosque’s origins date back to 639, when it was converted from a church following Cizre’s acceptance of Islam. Throughout history, it was destroyed and restored during the Abbasids period, and in 11
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Muhammed Samed Acar

The Moscow Central Mosque is a structure located in Moscow, the capital of Russia, and is regarded as one of the country’s most important Islamic places of worship. Built by the Russian Muslim Religious Administration, the mosque draws attention for its architectural features, interior decorations, and large capacity.Moscow Central Mosque – General Exterior View (Türkiye Diyanet Foundation)" image-alternate="" image-element-format="right">Construction Process and OpeningThe construction of th
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Nurten Yalçın

The Hz. Miktad Mosque, also known as the Muğdat Mosque, is located in the Muğdat Neighborhood of the Yenişehir District in Türkiye’s Mersin Province, place. It is considered the second largest mosque built during the Republican Era, after the Kocatepe Mosque in Ankara, and is a multifunctional religious and social structure important. As Mersin’s largest mosque, it derives its name from Mikdād ibn Amr, one of the earliest companions of Islam. Built in the Ottoman architectural style, the mosque
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Muhammed Samed Acar

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a monumental religious structure located in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, constructed between 1996 and 2007. The mosque was founded in 1996 as a vision of the UAE’s founding president, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan; it was named in his honor following his death in 2004 and he is buried in a tomb located within the mosque courtyard. Construction of the mosque was completed in 2007, with landscape improvements finalized in 2010.Design and
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Aga Khan Awards for Architecture is an international award established in 1977 by Aga Khan IV and presented every three years. The award aims to recognize projects in architecture, urban planning, conservation, and landscape design in regions where Muslims live, taking into account social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Criteria include not only aesthetic achievement but also the use of local materials, sustainability, responsiveness to user needs, and cultural continuity. The program, ma
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Hüseyin Elcuman
JaJami Ul-Alfar Mosque, commonly known as the "Red Mosque," is an iconic landmark situated in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka. Renowned for its striking architecture, historical significance, and religious importance, the mosque represents the cultural and spiritual influence of Islam in the region. Built in the early 20th century, it has evolved into both a spiritual hub for the local Muslim community and a popular tourist attraction. Located in Colombo's bustling Pettah district, the mosque is
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Ahsen Karakaş

Cami Kebir is a historical mosque located in the center of Kayseri city, adjacent to the Kapalıçarşı place. People It is also known as Ulu Cami in various sources, and occasionally referred to as Cami-i Kebir or Sultan Cami. Built in 530 AH / 1135 CE by Danişmendlid ruler Melik Mehmet Gazi, this mosque is one of the simplest yet elegant examples of Seljuk architecture.Cami Kebir(Culture Portal)" image-alternate="" image-element-format="right">History and RestorationsThe mosque was originally
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Muhammed Samed Acar

The Habib-i Neccar Mosque, located in the city center of Antakya, is considered the oldest mosque constructed in Anatolia. It holds a significant symbolic status within the early spread of Islam and the multi-faith structure of Antakya.Historical BackgroundAntakya (Antioch), founded around 300 BC by Seleucus I Nicator, was a major center referred to as the “Queen of the East” during the Roman era. Influenced by Greek, Roman, and Byzantine cultures in Antiquity, the city also played a critical ro
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Yukarı Gövher Ağa Camii is located in the city of Shusha, within the Nagorno-Karabakh region of Azerbaijan, and was constructed in the 19th century. It is regarded as one of the finest examples of Turkic-Islamic architecture in Azerbaijan. The mosque was built between 1883 and 1885 at the initiative of Gövher Ağa, daughter of Karabakh Khan Ibrahim Khalil Khan, with the architect being the renowned Azerbaijani master Kerbelayi Sefi Han. The structure is the first of Shusha’s two-minaret mosques,
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