Great Mosque of Damascus

Umayyad Islamic landmark.

Overview

Great Mosque of Damascus, using stone, is an 8th-century mosque in Damascus, Syria.

Core Characteristics

• Mosaic courtyards, minarets.
• Hypostyle hall, arches.
• Islamic aesthetic.

Architectural Connections

• Historical: 8th century.
• Religious: Mosque.
• Islamic Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Pinnacle of Umayyad architecture.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Stone Masonry (technique), Symbolism (theory), Courtyard (element), Islamic (movement)

Directory

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