Examining the geometric patterns that characterize so much of Islamic ... A short student activity that introduces why patterns are used in Islamic books, textiles and architecture and how to use a ...

Islamic artistic traditions depend heavily on the use of geometric, floral and textual patterns because the Prophet Muhammad ... of using animal and human forms in texts, textiles and architecture.

Middle Eastern mosques combine traditional Islamic architecture with modern design elements, reflecting deep-rooted faith, ...

Dr. Idries Trevathan is a renowned art historian, educator, and author known for his expertise in Islamic art and its ...

Building a new mosque is often a hot-button topic in Germany. Euro-Islam architecture is paving the way to bridging the cultural gap. German mosques are rarely impressive and grand. Islamic houses of ...

longtime masters of Hindu and Jain temple architecture, for the embellishments. Many motifs used in Gujarat, especially those representing nature, are in deep contrast to the traditional abstract ...

The Museum of Prince Mohamed Ali’s Palace, located in Cairo’s Manial neighborhood, is a historical site that showcases the ...

Traditional African architecture is a prime example. Ethnic societies have endowed their homes with color through ornaments and motifs, expressed it with religious and cultural patterns ...

The word 'Islam' in Arabic means submission to the will of God. Followers of Islam are called Muslims. Muslims believe there is one true God Allah (the Arabic word for God). Muslims believe that ...

An Islamic charity is given the go-ahead to convert a pub into a social and education centre. A number of groups in Hartlepool will benefit after £16,000 was raised in the wake of unrest.

Fresh images of plans for the controversial cemetery planned by the billionaire Issa brothers in Oswaldtwistle have been revealed.