MAIN ARCHITECTURE STYLES Islamic Beginning in the Middle East in the 7th century. A Mosque is the best example of Islamic styles including the pointed arches , domes and courtyards. Decoration on flat surfaces take priority as the Koran forbids three-dimensional representations. Important characteristics: The horseshoe arch, geometric designs, more focus on the enclosed spaces and interior rather than exterior, perforated screens. Where to see it: Hui Mosque in China. Romanesque It emerged across Europe in the late 10th Century. The most famous feature is the rounded arch , typically found in the Roman-style churches, of which are the main survivors of the period Important characteristics: Rounded arches, repetition of rows of round-headed arches, stylised floral and foliage stone decorations and cable moldings around doors in the style of twisted rope . Where to see it: Porto Cathedral, Portugal Gothic Beginning in the mid 12th Centu...
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