http:\/\/news.bbc.co.uk\/2\/hi\/europe\/7985351.stm<\/a><\/p>\nI was impressed with the creativity and look of the Sakirin Mosque in Istanbul, especially with the stylized mihrab, elegant\u00a0mimbar and\u00a0blown glass \u201crain drops\u201d hanging from a chandelier on the inside of the 130 foot diameter dome.\u00a0 The design is very contemporay, yet very respectful of the past Islamic traditions, such as the Quranic Calligraphy etched into the interior glass.<\/p>\n
I look forward to seeing some more innovative Islamic designs around the world by both Muslim Women and Men:)!<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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