Sultan Ahmad Mosque

"Sultan Ahmed Mosque" also known as Blue Mosque is one of the manifestations of Muslim Art and architecture in the world. The mosque is situated in Istanbul, Turkey. It was constructed during the rule of Sultan Ahmad 1. Sadefhar Mehmet Agha, the royal architect designed the mosque so skillfully that even today this mosque is considered unmatched in its size, majesty, and splendor. A heavy iron chain hangs in the upper part of the court entrance on the western side of the mosque. The Sultan had to lower his head to avoid hitting the chain and also as a symbolic gesture, to ensure the humility of the ruler in the face of the divine. The interior of the mosque at the lower level is decorated with ceramic tiles in form of tulips whereas at the gallery level these designs represent flowers and fruits. The upper part is adorned with blue paint. Mehrab is made of carved marble. The mosque is so designed that even when it is most crowded, everyone in the mosque can hear the Imam. Four minarets on comers represent the height of the glory of Muslim architecture. The mosque has become a public place for tourists. Mehrab is the most essential element of the mosque's interior, made of carved marble. A large number of visitors and Turks gather in the park facing the mosque to hear the call to the evening prayers. The mosque remains to be one of the most frequented monuments in the world.