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Mihrab:
A recess, mostly in the form of arched niche, in the qibla wall, facing
the direction toward Mecca. |
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Minbar:
A pulpit near the mihrab, from which the prayer leader gives the
sermon on Fridays. |
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Minaret:
A tower, circular, octagonal, or square in section, built next to
or in a mosque, from which the Muslims are called to prayer. |
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Ablution Fountain:
A feature frequently but not always encountered in mosques. It is
usually put in the center of the mosque's courtyard for the worshipers
to perform their ritual washing before prayer. |
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