During the last 10 nights of Ramadan, many Muslims spend more time in Mosques in contemplation & prayer.
Mosque ceilings are designed to reflect the magnificence of the universe.
Theinterior artworkis breathtaking; many mosques are covered from floor to ceiling in vibrant color and intricate tilework.
Its a testament to not only human creativity but our capacity to show love and devotion through visual art.
Mosque ceilings are designed to reflect the magnificence of the universe,Bayt Al Fann tweeted.
For Ramadan, here are spectacular details of 24 Mosque ceilings from around the world.
The thread highlights a variety of designs and shares information about each place.
Scroll down to see the tweet thread and admire the beauty and history behind these sacred spaces.
Mosque ceilings are spectacular, as this viral tweet thread by Bayt Al Fann shows.
Built by the chief architect Mohammadreza Isfahani, during the reign of Shah Abbas I of Persia.
It was first built under Ala’oddoleh Garshasb of the Al-e Bouyeh dynasty.
It was largely rebuilt between 1324 and 1365.
Originally built in 1938, the current building was completed in 2000.
Construction started in 1810 and completed in 1825.
19/ Cambridge Central Mosque, Cambridge, England
Completed in 2019.
The last, largest and most embellished structure of the famed Registan Square.
The building gives the city, Mazari Sharif (meaning Tomb of the Exalted) its name.
A functioning mosque, it also attracts large numbers of tourist visitors.
The pink-domed Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite & includes a prayer hall, courtyard & learning facilities.
