Web Activity III - Islamic Architecture

The first structure I have chosen is the Masjed-e-Dashti (Dashti Mosque). This
structure dates between 11th and 12th century. The structure was used for worship,
and has had enough restoration completed for the use of worship still today. The
location is off a road, which almost makes it a symbol for the area. The design
appears to be very simple, however it does contain some really cool architecture for
the time it was created. I chose this one because of the time period, the smaller
size, and the location being a type of symbol. This building served as a place of
worship when it was first erected, and still does to this day. To have a structure that
is still being used for its original purpose after so many years says a lot about the
design, and durability.
My second choice is the Chehel Sotoon (Palace of Forty Pillars). This structure
was started in the late 1500s, and was finished in the mid 1600s. The structure
was used as a palace, which has beautiful landscaping, which includes a large water
area, and cool little features such as a roof that appears to be floating in the air. The
detail on this structure is amazing, and its obvious a lot of work was put into the
structure. I chose this structure because of the cool look it had, and the effort that
was put into it. This structure has also had European visitors stay in the structure,
which is noted by the paintings in the structure. The social function would be a
higher class of people, royalty, which lived, and gathered at this structure.
My third choice is the Madrasa Chahar Bagh (Royal Theological College). This
structure serves as a college and a hotel. The flashy tile work, is what caught my
eye, and made me want to look into this structure some more. The social functions
would be for travelers, and individuals getting educated. The structure dates
between the 17th and 18th century. Really neat structure, that serves so many
purposes.

Similar to the Isfahan structures, the structures in Salt Lake City describe the
history, and the culture which has resided in the city. The buildings tell a story of
who discovered the city, and the people that have lived, and maintained the city.
The obvious structures that are hard to miss would be the temple square are, which
like make of the great structures in Isfahan, its purpose is to be used as a religious
grounds. The intentions of the structure and grounds, for religious members, and
visitor to visually enjoy the architectural work done on the structures. Another great
architectural structure in Salt Lake City is the State Capital building. This building
represent America, and is a symbol of what America is a bout. It has a strong,
elegant look that is not exactly like other capitol buildings, however you know just
by looking at it, it is a government structure. It has the traditional pillars, with the
grand front part of the building, which is always noticeable, and bold. The capitol
has a strong presence, which coincides perfectly with America history. Just like the

State Capitol, the Catholic cathedral is another great structure that is an easy
resemblance of its culture, and the religious symbol it stands for. The traditional
medieval worship structure that has great detail, and has served a purpose for a
very long time. Most great structures in cities are usually tied to a religion, and that
would make sense to why the buildings are cared for, and maintained so well, for so
long. Structures are very important to a city. Just like I mentioned, theyre great
representations of the people, culture, and history of the area. Theyre great ways
for the people to show their pride in the city, and reflect of what they believe in.