Architectural Culture: Europe is a world where you can stroll around

Author: Cao Wei (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This book introduces Turkish architectural culture while also incorporating local customs, fascinating anecdotes, and diverse cultural elements, enriching the content and enhancing readability. It aims to benefit readers in better understanding the evolution of cities and architecture. The book is both educational and entertaining, allowing readers who enjoy reading to gain foundational knowledge and improve their cultural literacy, serving as a reference for those preparing to travel. For professionals in architecture and urban design, it also provides a pathway to explore the world's architectural and artistic cultures. The peak of Ottoman Turkish architecture occurred in the mid-16th century during the reign of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. Representative works include the Selimiye Mosque in Istanbul, the Süleymaniye Mosque, and the later Sultan Ahmed Mosque. All of these follow the model of the Hagia Sophia, grand and magnificent. However, the Selimiye Mosque and the Sultan Ahmed Mosque exhibit a clearer relationship between their structural systems and forms. Another significant feature of Turkish mosques lies in their interior decorations. The prohibition of idol worship in Islam first appears in the Quran, and Muslim theologians further argue that depicting living beings is an infringement on the privilege of the creator of God.