Архитектура и Строительство - Islamic Architecture

a place of worship, used by Muslims

мечеть

a thin and tall tower, often on top of a mosque, from which Muslim are summoned to prayers

минарет

a curved space in a mosque that shows Muslims which direction to face during prayer, serving as a central spot for worshippers

мираб, помещение для молитвы

a stepped pulpit used by the imam to deliver sermons during congregational prayers

минбар, пульпит

intricate, flowing decorative patterns of intertwined plant motifs, often seen in tilework, woodwork, and stucco

арабеска, узор арабеска

a covered arcade or portico often surrounding a courtyard, providing shade and shelter for circulation and gatherings

крытая аркада, павильон

intricate mosaic tilework, typically featuring small, hand-cut geometric shapes, commonly used to adorn walls, floors, and fountains

зельидж, мозаика зельидж

an architectural element used to catch and direct natural breezes for cooling and ventilation in hot climates

ветродуй, ветрозащитный элемент

a vaulted space or arched portal, often with a large open entrance, leading to a courtyard or central hall in Islamic architecture

иван

a decorative architectural element in Islamic art characterized by a series of intricate, tiered, and geometrically arranged niches or stalactite-like structures that create a visually stunning and complex pattern

мука́рнас, архитектурный декоративный элемент

a symmetrical and intricate design created by interlocking geometric shapes, commonly used in decorative elements

геометрический узор, геометрический рисунок

a traditional architectural element often seen in Middle Eastern buildings, especially in windows or balconies, consisting of wooden screens or panels that allow air to pass through while keeping the area private and providing shade from the sun

мәшрабия, мәшрабия (архитектурный элемент)

the wall within a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca, toward which Muslims face during their prayers, typically marked by the presence of the mihrab

стена киблы, кибла-стена

a black cube-like building located inside a mosque in Mecca, which is the holiest place for Muslims and which they pray towards and walk around as a religious ceremony

kaaba

a type of ceramic tile produced in the town of Iznik, Turkey, known for its vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and floral motifs, often used in the decoration of mosques, palaces, and other architectural structures

плитка Изника, керамическая плитка Изника

a public water fountain, typically found in Islamic cities, providing free drinking water to the community, especially to travelers and the needy

себиль, общественный фонтан

an enclosed area or screen within a mosque, usually located near the mihrab, designed to separate dignitaries or the ruling authority from the general congregation during prayers

максура, maqsura

a perforated stone screen with intricate patterns used in Islamic architecture for decorative windows, partitions, and enclosures

джали, перфорированная перегородка

a Moroccan plastering technique used in Islamic-influenced architecture to create a polished, waterproof surface on interior walls and structures

таделакт

a central hall or reception room in Islamic architecture, commonly found in traditional Middle Eastern homes and palaces, serving as a spacious gathering area for social events

каа, центральный зал

the balcony or gallery located at the top of a minaret, typically used by the muezzin, the caller to prayer, to deliver the adhan, the call to prayer

балкон, галерея

the central courtyard in Islamic architecture, often enclosed by arcades, serving as a communal gathering space for various activities

центральный двор, сахн

a sacred or restricted area within a mosque or other religious sites, typically designated for prayer or religious activities

хара́м, священная зона