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The Architectural Legacy of the Abbasid Empire: A Study of Islamic Architecture in Iraq (8th-13th Centuries)

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This research examines the evolution of Islamic architecture in Iraq from the 8th to 13th centuries, focusing on the monumental developments during the Abbasids’ Empire. It analyses key cities' architectural and urban planning characteristics such as Baghdad, Samarra, and Raqqa. The study highlights significant architectural themes, including the innovative use of brick, vaulting techniques, and arch styles influenced by earlier Eastern Christian architecture. The study also addresses the aesthetic implications of decorative geometric ornamentation and the emergence of distinct arabesque motifs in Islamic art. Furthermore, it investigates the factors contributing to the Abbasids’ expansion, their cities' circular planning, and the Persian influences that shaped these developments. The paper concludes by reflecting on the grandeur of Baghdad and its architectural legacy, underscoring its historical importance as a centre of culture, knowledge, and urban sophistication.

Source: Journal of Social & Organizational Matters

DOI: 10.56976/jsom.v3i4.153

Authors: Syed Farjood Ailya Rizvi, Atifa Usmani, Momina Arshad Malik

Institutions: University of the Punjab, Government of Punjab

Language: English

Topic: Architecture and Cultural Influences

Subfield: Archeology

Field: Arts and Humanities

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405941504

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