Tag: islamic
Marwan ibn Muhammad's Ewer
The Ewer was found in the village of Abu Sir al-Maglaq in Fayoum. Marwan bin Muhammad was the last caliph of the Umayyad dynasty, ...
Al-darb al'asfar street at cairo
The Al-Darb al-Ahmar street in the heart of Fatimid Cairo is like an open-air museum, accessible to visitors day and night. The s...
The mosque and sabil-kuttab of Sulayman Agha al-Sulahda...
Located on Al-Mu'izz Street at the entrance to the Burjawan neighborhood, this mosque was built in 1255 AH/1839 AD by Suleiman Aga...
Fatimid Cairo - Exploring the Cairo of the Fatimids
Fatimid Cairo refers to the city of Cairo during the Fatimid dynasty, founded by Jawhar al-Sifaqi in 969 AD as the capital of the ...
Prince Almas Alhajeb Mosque in Al-Hilmiya, Al-Darb Al-A...
One of the beautiful Mamluk mosques in Helmeya, it is distinguished by its beautiful facades, especially the western facade, where...
The Prophet's Mosque in Medina: A Model for Mosque Cons...
The first thing the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) did when he arrived in Medina was to build a mosque. He bui...
Explore Capitals of Islamic Egypt: A Journey Back
Discover the rich history of Islamic Egypt's capitals, from Fustat to Cairo. Explore ancient mosques, palaces, and the legacy of m...
Exploring the Architecture of Islamic Mosques
Discover the awe-inspiring architecture of Islamic mosques, from intricate designs to symbolic elements. Explore the rich history ...
Islamic History of Egypt: A Comprehensive Overview
Explore Egypt's rich Islamic heritage, from the Arab conquest to Ottoman rule. Discover key dynasties, cultural impacts, and endur...
Mosaics in the Islamic era
A mosaic consists of small colored stone pieces arranged side by side on a mortared background in a deliberate manner to form a pl...
The izar in Islamic architecture
The izar is the decorative or written strip that wraps around the top of the walls or the bottom of the ceilings. The term frieze ...
The Ablaq in Islamic architecture
The variegated stone is a type of Islamic architectural art that characterized the architecture of the Levant, Egypt, and some reg...
