World City Stroll – Architectural Culture (European Part) Istanbul Ankara

Author: Cao Wei
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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 its readability. It aims to provide readers with a better understanding of 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 for travel. For professionals in architecture and urban design, it also offers a way to explore world architectural and artistic cultures. The peak of Ottoman Turkish architecture occurred in the mid-16th century during the reign of Sultan Suleiman II, with representative works such as the Sehaadet Mosque, Süleymaniye Mosque, and the slightly later Sultan Ahmed Mosque. All of these were modeled after the Hagia Sophia, grand and magnificent. However, the Sehaadet 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 is first mentioned in the Quran, and Muslim theologians further argue that depicting living beings is an infringement on the privileges of the creator.