Two parts! What is the name of the holiest site in Islam, and what does it determine for Muslims around the world?
The Kaaba— it determines the direction of prayer (qibla) for Muslims around the world
What does the qibla face?
It faces the direction of Mecca, and the Kaaba
What two forms of Islamic decorative motif does this scroll demonstrate?
Calligraphy and vegetal motifs
What decorative motif does this textile fragment feature?
Geometric patterns
What is the importance of the fountain in a mosque?
For Muslims to wash themselves before prayer.
Where is this mosque located?
Córdoba, Spain
What are the towers from which people are called to prayer called?
A minaret