Names of any four historical mosque of medieval period
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The Almonaster Mosque may not look particularly impressive but it is notable for being one of a very few surviving examples of Spanish rural mosques. Built in the 10th century on a site of a 5th century basilica, the mosque went through numerous alterations after the collapse of the Muslim rule in Spain. However, it retained much of its original ‘Moorish character’ as well as a distinct rustic appeal. In 1931, it was declared a National Monument.
Built over a Visigothic church in 999, the Mosque of Cristo de la Luz is the only surviving Moorish mosque in the city of Toledo that remained virtually unchanged since its construction. Despite the fact that it was converted into a chapel after the city was recaptured by the Christians, the mosque is considered as one of the best preserved Moorish mosques in Spain. It reflects not only a unique blend of Moorish style and local building techniques but also the influence of the Caliphate of Cordoba, more specifically the Great Mosque of Cordoba and its spectacular columns.
Considered an architectural masterpiece by both medieval Muslims and Christians alike, the Great Mosque of Cordoba was built between 784 and 987 on a site of a Visigothic church. After the reconquest of Cordoba by Ferdinand III of Castile in 1236, it was converted into a Catholic church. Though it went through significant alterations over the following centuries, much of the original architectural features remained beautifully preserved. In 1984, the Great Mosque was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites as a part of the Historic Center of Cordoba.
4.masjid al-haram
Site of Haj pilgrimage and direction (Qibla) of Muslim formal prayers; rebuilt many times, notably 1571 by the Ottomans and late 20th century by Saudis, further radical enlargement under way since 2010.