Central Cathedral Mosque of Dushanbe
description: 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
creator: Architect/Builder: unknown Patron: Government of Tajikistan and State Committee on Religion (also supported by Qatar funding)
source: Image 1: https://globalvoices.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/1686932086195-01.jpeg
source: Image 2: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FyHR1zjXsA4MFWW?format=jpg&name=large
date: Construction begun: 2009 Completed: 2020
contributor: Mursal Abdullah
format: Major national mosque complex with courtyards, minarets, and monumental dome
language: Dushanbe, Tajikistan
type: Religious
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