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Why the
Divrigi Great Mosque & Hospital
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The two 13th century structures have elaborate stone carvings (see photo detail) that are both unique and magnificent.
Divrigi Great Mosque
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Stone
carvings
They are curvaceously three-dimensional and feature floral, plant, and abstract geometric designs. The ones on the west portal are the most stunning.
Architectural
style
It can be best described as a Baroque-influenced Islamic style.
Adjoining
buildings
The mosque and hospital are two structures. They adjoin each other, creating the impression of a single-function building. The mosque occupies twice the space.
Roof
It adds interest to photographs because it sports two hexagonal cupolas that have the added function of being skylights, one for the mosque, the other for the hospital. There is also a mismatched pair of conical cones sprouting from the roof.
Who
built the complex?
The ruling emir commissioned the mosque and his wife, the hospital.
Few
tourists
Divrigi is a small, remote mountain town far from the well-beaten tourist paths.
How
to pronounce
Divrigi: duh-vreh
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