Islamic architecture comprises the architectural styles of buildings associated with Islam. It encompasses both secular and religious styles from the early history of Islam to the present day. The Islamic world encompasses a … See more

Gardens
Gardens and water have for many centuries played an essential role in Islamic culture, and … See more

Greco-Roman and Sasanian influences
Early Islamic architecture was influenced by two different ancient traditions:
1. Greco-Roman tradition: In particular, the regions of the newly … See more

In modern times, the architecture of Islamic buildings, not just religious ones, has gone through some changes. The new architectural style … See more

Origins
The Islamic era began with the formation of Islam under the leadership of Muhammad in early 7th-century Arabia. The first mosque was … See more

Early Muslim garrison towns
In the newly-conquered areas of the early Muslim expansion, military settlements were often founded, known individually as a See more

Great Seljuks and early Turkic dynasties
Turkic peoples began moving into the Middle East from the 8th century onward and, after converting to Islam, became major political and … See more