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Title A name given to the resource Great Buddha Hall Todai-ji Daibutsuden 東大寺大仏殿 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 Reconstruction: 1195 Reconstruction: 1709 (Current) Modern Renovations: 1904–1913, 1974–1980 (Steel framing added) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Edict/Commission: Emperor Shoumu (752) Reconstruction: Monk Chougen (1195) Reconstruction: Monk Koukei [公慶] (1709) Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Nara Period (710 to 794) Edo Period (1603 to 1868) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.689024899226105, 135.8398911132032 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Timber (Japanese Cypress, Japanese Cedar, Red Pine) Ceramic Roof Tiles and ornaments Stone for base, platforms, base Metals (Bronze and Gold) for Great Buddha Statue Steel and Iron Reinforcements Extent The size or duration of the resource. Building: 48.74 meters tall, 57 meters wide, 50 meters deep. Buddha Statue: 15 Meters tall Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Original: Tang Dynasty (Chinese Architecture) Reconstruction: Song Dynasty Inspired (Chinese Architecture) Reconstruction: Edo Architecture (Japanese Style) (Current) Daibutsuyou Description An account of the resource The Great Buddha Hall is one of the largest wooden buildings in the world, that serves as the heart of Todai-ji complex. It houses the largest bronze depiction of the Vairocana Buddha. Slightly smaller than its original form. Two layers of hip and gable roof covered in ceramic roof tile, separated by a floor of ornate brown wooden rafters and white plaster walls. The top most roof ridge is decorated with two gilded bronze fish ornaments. The bottom floor is larger, with massive wooden doors, white plaster walls, and lattices that open up to reveal the great buddha's face. A monument to the endurance of the Japanese spirit. This complex has been rebuilt from fires, earthquakes, war, abandonment, etc. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1:<span class="mw-page-title-main">Todai-ji Daibutsu-den Hall National Treasure 国宝東大寺大仏殿60.JPG</span> (<a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Todai-ji_Daibutsu-den_Hall_National_Treasure_%E5%9B%BD%E5%AE%9D%E6%9D%B1%E5%A4%A7%E5%AF%BA%E5%A4%A7%E4%BB%8F%E6%AE%BF60.JPG">https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Todai-ji_Daibutsu-den_Hall_National_Treasure_%E5%9B%BD%E5%AE%9D%E6%9D%B1%E5%A4%A7%E5%AF%BA%E5%A4%A7%E4%BB%8F%E6%AE%BF60.JPG)</a><br />Image 2:IMG_1794.JPG<br />Image 3:IMG_1783.JPG License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Me Image 3: Me Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Waldemar Barrios https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/124942e829301bb32240e92f26b7e269.JPG 4dc0d52f9001841d9e50f46f4dcd185d 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 The Central Gate Chumon 中門 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: 747-752 Rebuilt: 1714 (Current) Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Nara Period (710 to 794) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.68798069633401, 135.83987453407747 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Painted wood, metal Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Edo Period Architecture Description An account of the resource A wooden 5 bay gate, like the Great South Gate, but smaller in size. The wood is painted red and white. A newer reconstruction. The gates remain close for most of the year, visitors have to use corridors to the sides of the gate to enter and exit. This southern gate serves as the main entrance into the Great Buddha Hall inner sanctuary. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: Chumon_of_Todaiji_Temple.JPG <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chumon_of_Todaiji_Temple.JPG">(https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chumon_of_Todaiji_Temple.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 South Gate Nandai-mon 南大門 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 Original Built: 752 Destroyed: 962 Rebuilt: 1203 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Edict: Emperor Shoumu (741 -752) Rebuilt: Chougen (1203) Statues: Unkei and Kaikei (1203) Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Nara Period (710 to 794) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.68584401252429, 135.83987549020492 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Wood, Metal (Copper,Iron) , Stone, Extent The size or duration of the resource. 25 Meters High. eighteen 21 meter tall wooden pillars. Statues: 8.4 meters in height, wood. Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 25.46 meters tall Description An account of the resource A colossal wooden gate, one of the biggest in all Japan, that functions as the southern threshold into the todai-ji complex. Ancient wooden pillars form three gates into the complex, these entrances are flanked by the guardian kings. Two statues in the alcoves on either side of the temple facing the entrance. Above is the double tiered slopped roof in a style inspired by Chinese Song Dynasty architecture. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1: IMG_17168.PNG Image 2: IMG_1771.PNG Image 3: IMG_1773.JPG 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 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 Central Cathedral Mosque of Dushanbe Language A language of the resource Dushanbe, Tajikistan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Construction begun: 2009 Completed: 2020 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Architect/Builder: unknown Patron: Government of Tajikistan and State Committee on Religion (also supported by Qatar funding) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Contemporary Islamic architecture (21st century Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Latitude: 38.5706 N Longitude: 68.7765 E Extent The size or duration of the resource. Reinforced concrete Marble cladding Stone Decorative tile Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Major national mosque complex with courtyards, minarets, and monumental dome Description An account of the resource <em>The Central Cathedral Mosque of Dushanbe features a large national mosque complex with its central dome and tall minarets, and spacious courtyard design, which leads visitors from the surrounding urban district to the ceremonial space. The mosque exterior features marble walls and decorative tile patterns, and pointed arches, which unite contemporary building methods with Islamic architectural traditions. The prayer hall inside the mosque features a large domed space that receives light from big windows and decorative lighting to create an expansive atmosphere of civic importance. The mosque received state funding during the 21st century to become a symbol of Islamic revival in post-Soviet Tajikistan while showcasing traditional architectural elements and contemporary monumental design. The mosque design unites Islamic heritage with modern urban design elements to establish itself as the main religious site in Dushanbe</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://globalvoices.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1686932086195-01.jpeg Image 2: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FyHR1zjXsA4MFWW?format=jpg&name=large License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Nurbek Bekmurzaev Image 2: Umut Acar 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. rchnet (n.d.) Central Cathedral Mosque, Dushanbe. Available at: https://archnet.org/ (Accessed: December 2, 2025). Yalcin, R. (2012) Contemporary Mosque Architecture in Central Asia. Istanbul: ISAM Publications. Khalid, A. (2007) Islam after Communism: Religion and Politics in Central Asia. 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Title A name given to the resource Haji Yakoub Mosque, Dushanbe Language A language of the resource Dushanbe, Tajikistan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Built: 1990s–early 2000s Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Architect/Builder: Unknown Patron: Local Islamic community of Dushanb Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Contemporary Islamic architecture (Post-Soviet Central Asia) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 38.5608 N Longitude: 68.7738 E Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Stone cladding Brick Reinforced concrete Decorative tile Extent The size or duration of the resource. Large city mosque complex with central dome and courtyard spaces Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Description An account of the resource <em>The Haji Yakoub Mosque in Dushanbe features a modern mosque complex, which includes a central prayer hall with pointed arched windows and a prominent dome and tall minarets that create its distinctive urban shape. The building exterior features stone walls with decorative tile elements and its entrance section presents a symmetrical design through its arched doors and geometric pattern repetition. The main prayer area beneath the dome receives direct access from the interior paths, which allow natural light to highlight the elevated design of the space. The mosque built in recent times uses traditional Islamic architectural elements, including arches and domes and calligraphy, and patterned ornamentation to display religious heritage and national pride in contemporary Tajikistan. The design unites modern urban growth with the Islamic heritage of the region through its use of traditional elements to create new religious spaces in the capital city.</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://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/26/eb/e3/87/haji-yaqub-mosque.jpg?w=1400&h=-1&s=1 Image 2:https://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/12/d7/d1/ec/1-mevlana-yakub-charki.jpg?w=2000&h=-1&s=1 Image 3: https://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/0d/2e/75/8b/peace-and-classic.jpg?w=600&h=-1&s=1 Image 4: https://dynamic-media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-o/26/eb/e4/50/haji-yaqub-mosque.jpg?w=1400&h=-1&s=1 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. Archnet (n.d.) Haji Yakoub Mosque, Dushanbe. Available at: https://archnet.org/ (Accessed: [December 2, 2025]). Yalcin, R. (2012). Contemporary Mosque Architecture in Central Asia. Istanbul: ISAM Publications. Khalid, A. (2007). Islam after Communism: Religion and Politics in Central Asia. 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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. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Persian Geometry