Question 1

What is Islamic architecture style?

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Islamic architecture encompasses a wide range of religious and secular styles developed throughout the Islamic world, characterized by features such as arches, domes, minarets, and geometric ornamentation.

Question 2

Where is Islamic architecture style architecture found?

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Islamic architecture style architecture is primarily found in Middle East, North Africa, Spain, India, Central Asia, Pan-Islamic World. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

Question 3

When was Islamic architecture style architecture used?

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Islamic architecture style architecture was used during 7th century CE onwards, 7th Century CE onwards. It is associated with the Umayyad Caliphate, Abbasid Caliphate, Ottoman Empire, Mughal Empire, Various Islamic Dynasties dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Islamic architecture style architecture?

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Islamic architecture style architecture typically uses Stone, Brick, Wood, Stucco, Tile, Marble. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Islamic architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Islamic architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Islamic architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	Islamic architecture encompasses a wide range of religious and secular styles developed throughout the Islamic world, characterized by features such as arches, domes, minarets, and geometric ornamentation.
Also Known As	Islamic Palace Architecture with Indian Artifact Collections Islamic Palace Architecture Central Asian Architecture Indian Artifact Collections Samanid Architecture Indo-Saracenic Revival Eclectic Blends Mughal Gothic Islamic elements. Mughal Architecture Rajput Architecture Awadhi Architecture Colonial Architecture Islamic Architecture European Neoclassical Architecture Indo-Saracenic Architecture
Tags	Religious Secular Ornamentation Geometric Arcuate Mosque Architecture Tomb Architecture Geometric Design Calligraphic Decoration
Style ID	`INHF-STY-5728170307-03:19:20:26:05:22:IAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/islamic-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/islamic-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Time Periods	7th century CE onwards 7th Century CE onwards
Dynasties	Umayyad Caliphate Abbasid Caliphate Ottoman Empire Mughal Empire Various Islamic Dynasties

Primary Materials	Stone Brick Wood Stucco Tile Marble
Architectural Features	Arches Domes Minarets Geometric patterns Calligraphy Courtyards Mihrabs Minbars Geometric Patterns

Title	Type	Notes
Architecture of the Islamic World	Book	Comprehensive survey of Islamic architectural styles across different regions and periods
Architecture of the Islamic World: Its History and Social Meaning	Book	Comprehensive overview of Islamic architectural principles and examples.

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Hulbuk Palace Complex Vose Tajikistan	Secondary	100%
Mullick House Kolkata	Secondary	100%

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