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प्रश्न
Explain the characteristics of Muslim architecture under these head:
Mosques and Tombs.
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उत्तर
The characteristics of Muslim architecture under the given heads are explained below:
Mosques and Tombs: The Muslim structures are of two types: religious and secular. The religious structures are mosques and tombs. The mosque has an open courtyard surrounded by a pillared verandah. For congregational prayer-hall having a recess alcove called Mehrab in the western wall at the back of the hall. On the right side of the Mehrab, stands pulpit and a minaret or tower above the walls from which Muazzin summons the faithful to worship. Over the sanctuary, is the central dome. The tombs are the resting places for the dead. The Tomb has a chamber, with a Mehrab in the western wall. The whole structure is surmounted by a graceful dome. Underneath the building, is the burial chamber with the grave (Kabr) in the center of it.
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