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Blue Mosque Courtyard – Arcades, Geometry & Approach
Proportion and rhythm set the mood in the Blue Mosque courtyard and arcades.
12/11/2025
13 min read
The courtyard is the gateway mood — arcades absorb noise, geometry readies the mind for the interior’s contemplative focus.
Proportion & Rhythm
- Repeating arches; column cadence; shadow stripes.
Approach to Prayer Hall
- Threshold moments; soft transitions; sound hush.
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Bottom Line
Geometry guides emotion; arcades teach quiet.
About the Author
Istanbul Planner
I built this to help you meet the Blue Mosque with calm, context, and care—so tiles, domes, and the daily rhythm of worship can speak clearly.
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courtyard
arcades
geometry
Blue Mosque
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