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Title A name given to the resource Sydney Opera House Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Hannah Demory Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: Sydney Opera House-108681.jpg (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3c/Sydney_Opera_House-108681.jpg) Image 2: Sydney (AU), Opera House -- 2019 -- 3061-4.jpg (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3b/Sydney_%28AU%29%2C_Opera_House_--_2019_--_3061-4.jpg) Image 3: Sydney (AU), Opera House -- 2019 -- 2980.jpg (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4c/Sydney_%28AU%29%2C_Opera_House_--_2019_--_2980.jpg) Image 4: First Floor Plan (Sydney Opera House) (5373921522).jpg (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:First_Floor_Plan_(Sydney_Opera_House)_(5373921522).jpg) Image 5: Sydney Opera House (30111403413).jpg (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/07/Sydney_Opera_House_%2830111403413%29.jpg) License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Image 3: Creative Commons Image 4: Creative Commons Image 5: Creative Commons Language A language of the resource Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1959: Construction began October 20th 1973: Construction finished 2004: A redesigned Reception Hall was finished and renamed as the Utzon Hall Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Main Architect: Jørn Utzon Architect: Peter Hall Architect: David Littlemore Architect: Lionel Todd Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 33°51'24"S 151°12'55"E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Precast concrete Description An account of the resource The building is irregular in its plan. From the exterior, it looks like it is separated into three main areas. However, each of the sections sit upon the same lower levels of the structure, connecting all three together. Each main area is white in color and looks as if they are giant shells nestled inside one another. Each section varies in size, having one small shelled area, one medium, and one large. As for the lower level, it is tan in color, and provides steps for the visitors on one side of the structure, with some windows and entrances on the opposite side. The structure is rather tall, reaching 213 feet in height, which is about equal to 22 stories. Because of the unusual build of this structure, there is really no designation when it comes to how many levels it is. The building materials vary, but mainly it is made of concrete. The building itself is facing the ocean, and, hidden in the giant shells, are stretches of windows that allow light to enter. There are many different entrances sprinkled around the building, leading the visitor through hallways that branch into different rooms, but mainly lead to one giant area that is in the heart of the shells. This building played a large role in shaping the culture for which it comes from. It is an icon, and an image for the country in which it originates. As for the way it was built, it allows for much natural light to seep through as well as creating rather organic shapes while still maintaining a modern feel. The structure more so signals social status. The building evokes sound as a sensory experience. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Mid 20th Century Extent The size or duration of the resource. 600 ft long, 394 ft wide, 213 ft tall, and covers 4.4 acres. Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Sydney-Opera-House https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sydney_Opera_House https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/166/ Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Australia midterm Public https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/c91c8c7b7d3db667e868db2fbb53d7c8.jpg 095d7cb578ef833691d060b73297e836 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/1b0b3a651259ff91e7d87904b30f9dd6.jpg e7b0018324eec869fe4b67007f3647e8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Belfry Bell Tower Language A language of the resource Nara, Japan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Between 1207 and 1210 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Monk Yōsai Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: Bell Tower of Todaiji.jpg (<a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bell_Tower_of_Todaiji.jpg">https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Bell_Tower_of_Todaiji.jpg</a>)<br /><br />Image 2:<span class="mw-page-title-main">The bronze bell of Tōdai-ji, Nara, Japan (NYPL Hades-2360351-4044150).jpg (<a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_bronze_bell_of_T%C5%8Ddai-ji,_Nara,_Japan_(NYPL_Hades-2360351-4044150).jpg">https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:The_bronze_bell_of_T%C5%8Ddai-ji,_Nara,_Japan_(NYPL_Hades-2360351-4044150).jpg</a>)</span> License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1 : Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Waldemar Barrios Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.68870921674176, 135.8420823444805 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/f5b452a120ef9cbedf39ad2334aca39a.jpg c3e93ae171d9d4cf4af0f88b9c834bc6 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/fb0cc4a7f92dd3693367ce8dbfc70af2.jpg 030eeb116b31434eec0e2e15470c11f7 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/801b65f7325502d2171b563192afad23.jpeg 6ca2d6f2a736728ec6fc7d841c85cc5b https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/0edb93f549c389eca2effadae7b5e217.jpg 4b4496844a40493e5cdfb78fd5baaba6 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/1415dcc57b424e6cd8c9021604b24717.jpg 375f111272f6eb31bbd3481d69f1eb7e https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/df954ef9d68a5c3bd7c55d6995cedbdc.jpg d65cad8de5207fba8cfb455756f1ec68 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Masjid-i Jameh, Isfahan Language A language of the resource Isfahan, Iran Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Original construction: 8th century (Abbasid period) Major reconstructions: Seljuk (11th–12th c.), Ilkhanid, Timurid, Safavid Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Multiple dynasties (Abbasid, Seljuk, Ilkhanid, Timurid, Safavid) Architects and builders unknown Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Abbasid; Seljuk; Ilkhanid; Timurid; Safavid Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 32.6613 N Longitude: 51.6838 E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Brick stucco glazed tile carved stone Extent The size or duration of the resource. Large congregational mosque with courtyards, domes, iwans, and multiple expansion phases Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Description An account of the resource <em>The Masjid-i Jameh in Isfahan exists as a large congregational mosque which developed through various architectural stages to create its current design with four monumental iwans surrounding a central courtyard and extensive domed prayer halls that show the expansion of time. The structure uses brick as its fundamental material while decorative elements made from stucco and glazed tile and carved stone create intricate geometric patterns and pointed arches and muqarnas vaulting throughout the building. The building connects its domed rooms to the outdoor courtyard through pathways which show the transition between Seljuk brickwork and Safavid decorative elements. The mosque served as Isfahan's central prayer area which united religious activities with educational functions and community representation throughout history. The mosque shows how Islamic architecture in Iran developed through time by uniting original spatial designs with advanced decorative elements. The building exists as a historical architectural record which displays Iran's Islamic and dynastic past through its architectural design and materials.</em> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant N/A Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1:https://smarthistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/8610407451_5291a54c4a_4k-scaled.jpg Image 2: https://cdn.elebase.io/173fe953-8a63-4a8a-8ca3-1bacb56d78a5/cfde4589-fdde-4374-9f64-a180699ae38d-isfahan1.jpg?q=75 Image 3: https://images.pexels.com/photos/12941958/pexels-photo-12941958.jpeg?_gl=1*rlo5e7*_ga*MjA0MzQ2MDQxNi4xNzY1MTY3NjI0*_ga_8JE65Q40S6*czE3NjUxNzQ5NjckbzMkZzEkdDE3NjUxNzQ5OTckajMwJGwwJGgw Image 4: https://cdn.elebase.io/173fe953-8a63-4a8a-8ca3-1bacb56d78a5/4f8cafd3-66d1-43e1-970b-6d11e49079a4-isfahan2.jpg?q=75 Image 5: https://cdn.elebase.io/173fe953-8a63-4a8a-8ca3-1bacb56d78a5/3ca0d686-72cc-4da0-8ff0-407dcbcc6b96-isfahan3.jpg?q=75 Image 6: https://irannegintravel.com/uploads/Highlights/Isfahan%20Jameh%20Mosque/Jameh1.jpg License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Image 3: Creative Commons Image 4: Creative Commons Image 5: Creative Commons Image 6: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Mursal Abdullah Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Blair, S. and Bloom, J. (1995) The Art and Architecture of Islam 1250–1800. New Haven: Yale University Press. Ettinghausen, R., Grabar, O. and Jenkins-Madina, J. (2001) Islamic Art and Architecture 650–1250. New Haven: Yale University Press. Archnet (n.d.) Masjid-i Jameh, Isfahan. 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Title A name given to the resource Golestan Palace Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Markeita Durham-Brinkley Language A language of the resource Tehran, Iran Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Built & Completed: 16th Century Renovated: 18th Century Reconstructed: 1865 Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Safavid Era: 16th Century Zand Era: 18th Century Qajar Era: 18th - 19th Centuries Pahlavi Era: 20th Century Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 35.6798° N Longitude: 51.4205° E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Stone Marble Wood Glazed tile work Mirror work Stucco Description An account of the resource Building Description: Standing as one of the oldest complexes within Iran, the The Golestan Palace stands as a pinnacle of power and beauty within the region. Currently occupying an area of 11 acres, which was diminished from its original size of 110 acres throughout the years, the building takes the appearance of as not only a palace, but a fortress, that combines styles from both Persian and European architecture, which primarily incorporated stone, marble, wood, glazed tile work, mirror work, and stucco. Additionally, the building is encased within a wall that surrounds the perimeter, which is adorned with various artistic elements, which may hint as symbolic references that are considered meaningful to the country, its history, as well as combing both ancient and modern styles. The wall is also adorned with four cloths of symbolic artworks, that are draped at the entrance, which also illustrates four separate doors for an entrance and exit. While the exact number of floors and rooms within the building is not specified, what is determined is that while they are connected, there are two separate buildings, both having two upper floors with balconies, and a clock tower at the center. Interpretive Reading: The purpose for the creation of the palace was to not only house the royal families that occupied the country, but also as a key aspect of royal events, which also may have included the scene for diplomatic events. Even for this purpose, this building has been the main staple in Iranian history, from its artistic style to its cultural style. This building also reveals the country’s openness towards combining artistic styles from different regions, allowing a mix of diversity and inclusion. Extent The size or duration of the resource. 11 acres Palace/Fortress Type The nature or genre of the resource Palace-Castle Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: Golestan_Palace.jpg: (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/%DA%A9%D8%A7%D8%AE_%DA%AF%D9%84%D8%B3%D8%AA%D8%A7%D9%86_6.jpg) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource N/A Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Qajar architecture Middle Eastern midterm https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/1da563ebe04df38faefede65cfe769b6.jpg 626236b48dbb47e891ae2ecebac652d3 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/21dace8a1d29ea980ee2d589742efdc0.jpg 3a502d95926199760a585bc367ef4efd Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commercial buildings Description An account of the resource These large structures allow for business practice to take place. As mentioned, they are rather grand in size to accommodate these practices while featuring spaces for those who can take part in them. These structures include multiple levels, usually 3, and materials that support the structure through time. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource NOA New Headquarters Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Alyson Schruefer Extent The size or duration of the resource. Approximately footprint of 1,000 m². Type The nature or genre of the resource Commercial Language A language of the resource Bolzano Italy Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November 2023: Renovation and competition of NOA headquarters Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource NOA interior renovation team Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Modern Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 46.47328569019659, 11.32500949893623 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Externally: Baroque Internally: Modern corporate Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: NOA Internal (https://divisare.com/authors/2144806791-alex-filz) Image 2: NOA Plan (https://divisare.com/authors/2144806791-alex-filz) Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - https://www.noa.network/en/projects/noa-hq/ - https://amazingarchitecture.com/office-buildings/new-noa-headquarters-a-chameleonic-space - https://archello.com/brand/noa-2 Description An account of the resource After initially forming in 2011 the architecture firm NOA moved between a hand full of small offices in Bolzano Italy. Over the next 13 years their growth would continue eventually culminating in the renovation of what has now become the New NOA headquarters. Entering through the buildings main elevator or stairwell you are greeted with two square sections on either side housing amities such as toiletries and janitorial storage. Ahead lays a "T" shaped hallway embodying the heart of creativity. In these main halls chairs, tables, and recreational furniture are set and able to be rearranged at will. Fundamentally embodying NOA's drive for creativity. This flexible area allows instant modification for any business related meetings or employee leisure. At the tip of the "T" hallway is a glass long window viewing the porch. On either side enters into private meeting rooms holding statues and colorful furniture. Further down NOA's own art library sits holding minified models of past projects and other decorations. License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Ponce City Market Language A language of the resource Atlanta, Georgia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Original Built – 1926. Redevelopment – 2011–2014 (opening in 2014) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Original Architect – Nimmons & Co. (Chicago-based industrial architects). Redevelopment – Jamestown Properties with design input from S9 Architecture and Surber Barber Choate + Hertlein Architects Builder - (Original): Sears, Roebuck & Co. construction division Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Early 20th-Century American Industrial / Art Deco-Influenced Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 33.77290204813369, -84.36563961892244 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Red brick, Concrete, and Steel. Extent The size or duration of the resource. Overall length (from east to west): approximately 720 feet. Varies from 4–8 stories depending on section Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Industrial Warehouse Architecture Description An account of the resource Ponce City Market is a vast early-20th-century industrial complex that merges the architectural language of American warehouse construction with subtle Art Deco flourishes, most prominently displayed in its central clock tower. Built in 1926 as a Sears distribution hub, the complex features long expanses of red-brick masonry, steel factory windows, and a powerful horizontal massing punctuated by functional rail-side loading areas. The structure’s original materiality brick, concrete, and steel remains central to its identity. Inside, the redevelopment preserved the building’s monumental warehouse volumes: large open floors supported by repetitive concrete columns, exposed mechanical systems, and raw industrial textures. The 2014 transformation carved this structure into a mixed-use urban center anchored by the Central Food Hall, where new wood, steel, and glass interventions respect and highlight the original factory character. Offices and residential lofts occupy the upper floors, while the building’s rooftop has become a civic attraction featuring leisure amenities and panoramic views of Atlanta. Over time, Ponce City Market has transitioned from a bustling Sears logistics hub to a nearly abandoned industrial shell to one of the most ambitious adaptive-reuse projects in the United States. Its restoration reactivated historic windows, repaired brickwork, reintroduced daylight, and created a multimodal connection to the Atlanta BeltLine, all while preserving the site’s architectural integrity. Today, Ponce City Market stands as a model for revitalizing industrial heritage into vibrant contemporary urban life. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Originally use for Sears, Roebuck & Co. warehouse, regional office, and retail store (1926 – ~1979). Now revised for Mixed-use: food hall, retail shops, offices, loft apartments, public rooftop / communal spaces Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Source 1 https://poncecitymarket.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/photo_1-1728x972.jpg Source 2 https://poncecitymarket.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Citizen-Supply-at-Ponce-City-Market_Courtesy-of-Jamestown.jpg Source 3 https://cdn2.atlantamagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2012/07/0812_Feature_PonceCityMarket.jpg Source 4 https://www.jamestownlp.com/uploads/images/_2250x1266_crop_center_75_none/PCM-04.jpg License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Images 1 - 6: Creative Commons Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. - Ponce City Market, 2025. History [online]. Available at: https://poncecitymarket.com/history/ [Accessed 8 December 2025]. Source - Jamestown LP (no date). https://www.jamestownlp.com/properties/ponce-city-market. Source - Burns, R. (2016) Ponce City Market - Atlanta Magazine. https://www.atlantamagazine.com/2012/ponce-city-market/. Source - Clark, T. (2017) Ponce City Market - The Georgia Trust. https://www.georgiatrust.org/preservation-awards/ponce-city-market/. https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/965efcfa7d9862fa2b884045a92e5e59.jpg 0567af4ce4098fada89e86d795b76492 https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/e2503a9d6711ca3e34565ccf9542d601.jpg bb1db3aeb082d4f252daab3a1428b66c https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/ca01856c72830091f6f1a21c44605e9e.jpg af3e8cc54995a25536ceb856d485a70e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hotel At Old Town Language A language of the resource Wichita, Kansas Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Original Construction – 1942. District-Wide Redevelopment – 1990s–present. Major Adaptive Reuse Phases – 2000s–2020s Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Original Architect – U.S. Army Corps of Engineers / Federal wartime industrial design teams. Redevelopment Architects – Various local and regional firms contributing to incremental adaptive-reuse projects Builder (Original) U.S. Government wartime construction contractors Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. World War II–Era Industrial Architecture Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 37.68865965917272, -97.32907179754164 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Brick, Concrete, Steal Extent The size or duration of the resource. Height: 3 to 5 stories, depending on building Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Exterior: Wartime Industrial / Warehouse Vernacular (primary). Contemporary Industrial (redeveloped) Description An account of the resource The Old Town District of Wichita centers around a massive 1942 wartime warehouse, a reinforced-concrete and brick structure built as part of the city’s logistical network supporting World War II production. Originally conceived as a utilitarian storage and distribution center, the building’s architecture emphasized efficiency above all: wide structural bays, minimal ornamentation, generous industrial windows, and robust loading facilities. The surrounding blocks mirrored this architectural language, forming a unified industrial campus defined by durable materials and practical design. Beginning in the 1990s and accelerating into the 21st century, the district underwent a comprehensive transformation, shifting from a declining industrial zone into one of Wichita’s primary mixed-use neighborhoods. Adaptive reuse introduced a broad array of new programs: offices, coworking spaces, galleries, specialty retail, event venues, and a prominent food hall occupying the ground floor of the former warehouse. Renovators retained much of the original industrial character exposed brick, concrete floors, steel window frames while overlaying modern systems and design interventions. Over time, Old Town evolved from a wartime supply depot to a civic cultural destination, with restored streetscapes, improved pedestrian infrastructure, and preserved architectural textures. The district’s renewed vitality honors its industrial heritage while offering contemporary urban amenities, making it a leading example of large-scale adaptive reuse in the American Midwest. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Originally A 1942-era, 1-million-sf storage warehouse, originally built for war-time production / storage. Renovated into offices, coworking spaces, event venues, and a large food hall on the ground level. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Source https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-2gfz0da3r48ouek11ee187dvj/historic-hotel-at-old-town.jpg?width=1920 Source https://image-tc.galaxy.tf/wijpeg-8juf8uh3ewx0anr2fo9z0grct/atrium-lobby.jpg?width=360&height=300 License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Images 1-4: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Source - WiCHITA, KS Old Town Hotel: Restored, historic downtown hotel (no date). https://www.hotelatoldtown.com/our-history. https://www.worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/75320f39a605c225d109c968e47bd11e.jpg 70c81262fa394e8528ae930edcb46648 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Kaidan Hall 東大寺戒壇堂 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Waldemar Barrios Language A language of the resource Nara, Japan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Built: 752 Burnt down in: 1180, 1446, 1567 Rebuilt: 1732 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Original Builder: Chinese Priest Ganjin Rebuilt Under: Monk Koukei Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Original: Nara Period Rebuilt: 18th Century (Edo Period) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.68878658810658, 135.8373818423821 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Timber Stone Gravel Ceramic Tiles Extent The size or duration of the resource. 10 Meters Tall Description An account of the resource A simple hall in the style of 18th century Daibutsuyō style that developed as a blend of all the styles that mixed in the complex over the centuries. It serves as a hall for meditation and smaller more intimate rituals. Despite all the times it has been destroyed, it is always brought back. The current structure was rebuilt in 1732. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: Kaidando Todaiji Nara01bs3600.jpg (<a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kaidando_Todaiji_Nara01bs3600.jpg">https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Kaidando_Todaiji_Nara01bs3600.jpg</a>) License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. 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Title A name given to the resource Great Mosque of Herat Language A language of the resource Herat, Herat Province, Afghanistan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Begun: 13th century (Ghurid period) Major reconstruction: 15th century (Timurid) Tile renovation: 20th century Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Original patron: Ghurid Dynasty Principal later patronage: Timurid rulers (especially during reign of Shah Rukh) Architects/Builders: Unknown Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Ghurid and Timurid architectural period Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 34.3529 N Longitude: 62.2040 E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Glazed tile Brick Cut ceramic mosaic Marble Extent The size or duration of the resource. Large four-iwan mosque surrounding a rectangular courtyard Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Description An account of the resource <em>The Great Mosque of Herat consists of a four-iwan courtyard design which uses brick construction and blue and turquoise glazed tiles to create star patterns and calligraphic and arabesque designs on its exterior walls. The northern iwan leads visitors to the open courtyard which leads to prayer halls with vaulted roofs and domed chambers that experience changing light effects between outdoor brightness and indoor dimness. The mosque serves religious purposes through mathematical ornamentation which directs worshippers to prayer areas while displaying political and cultural power through its large tile decorations. The mosque maintains its status as a living heritage site through its traditional color scheme and geometric designs which were restored during the twentieth century.</em> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant N/A Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: https://www.nomadsland.travel/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_zoom/public/2023-01/jami-masjid-of-herat.jpg?itok=gawYtRpA Image 2: https://www.nomadsland.travel/sites/default/files/styles/gallery_zoom/public/2023-01/jami-masjid-of-herat-right.jpg?itok=qupAQQJR License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Mursal Abdullah Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Golombek, L. and Wilber, D. (1988) The Timurid Architecture of Iran and Turan. Princeton: Princeton University Press. Kuehn, S. (2005) ‘Timurid Religious Architecture’, Muqarnas, 22, pp. 155–178. Archnet (n.d.) Great Mosque of Herat. 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Title A name given to the resource Blue Mosque (Shrine of Ali) Language A language of the resource Mazar-e-Sharif, Afghanistan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Begun: 15th century (Timurid period) Major reconstruction: 20th centur Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Original patron: Timurid dynasty Architect/Builder: Unknown Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Timurid architecture (Central Asia) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 36.7067 N Longitude: 67.1164 E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Glazed tilework, Brick Ceramic mosaic Marble Extent The size or duration of the resource. Large mosque complex surrounding central courtyard (exact dimensions vary by source) Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Description An account of the resource <em>The Blue Mosque serves as Afghanistan's vital Islamic monument and stands as a prominent Timurid architectural feature throughout Central Asia. The mosque features thousands of blue tiles which create geometric and floral designs that represent Islamic artistic traditions of heaven and divine unity and paradise. The main courtyard of the mosque features pointed iwans and elevated arched entrances which display calligraphic writing and star-shaped tiles that repeat throughout the design. The geometric designs achieve harmony through their symmetrical arrangement and their repetitive patterns which follow mathematical rules. The building's lapis-blue glaze extends from local stone practices to establish its sacred position within Mazar-i-Sharif city. The site underwent multiple restoration phases to preserve its Timurid artistic heritage while maintaining its status as a sacred pilgrimage destination for Afghan people.</em> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant N/A Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: https://mosqpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/UHHp2ZzbkRe8xahZ88VkBI3vO1arFBkzBRGdKDWl.jpeg Image 2: https://mosqpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/WUVO5mXMXBrbOP24V9Hxs2j2eLj52mkxgHUoDzP2.jpeg Image 3: https://mosqpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/oil0llntozkaU3IrOXjpsleV9ABWPTWAabuSo00X.jpeg Image 4: https://mosqpedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/PmumD50Hbh43XMII1yjGeJdIEUIKakJV3m06Ubzp.jpeg License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Image 3: Creative Commons Image 4: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Mursal Abdullah Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Golombek, L. and Wilber, D. (1988) The Timurid Architecture of Iran and Turan. Princeton: Princeton University Press. Canby, S. (n.d.) ‘Timurid Art’. Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History, Metropolitan Museum of Art. Available at: https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/timu/hd_timu.htm (Accessed: [December 1, 2025]). Archnet (n.d.) Blue Mosque, Mazar-i-Sharif. Available at: https://archnet.org/ (Accessed: [December 1, 2025).