Mihrab & Minbar – Functional Art at the Blue Mosque

See how direction and voice are embodied in two essential elements of the prayer hall.

12/11/2025

12 min read

Interior elements focus under soft light

The mihrab points hearts; the minbar carries words. Together, they structure devotion and discourse.

Mihrab

Qibla alignment; tile and calligraphy emphasis.

Minbar

Carved detail; presence without heaviness.

Image Highlights

Elements focus

Bottom Line

Function and beauty intertwine — the space speaks clearly.

Auteur

Istanbul Planner

Ik maakte dit om je de Blauwe Moskee met rust, context en zorg te laten ontmoeten—zodat tegels, koepels en het dagelijkse ritme van gebed helder kunnen spreken.