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On the other side of the Minbar is a Dikka, or columns in a mosque for the Imam to stand between to recite Quran from for everyone in the mosque to hea This Dikka also has an inscription band in late Mamluk style. The Mihrab or prayer niche is covered with inlaid marble and blue-glass plates, which is a symbol of the exceptional Mamluk tradition and culture. The walls are made with slabs of polychrome marble with intricate details and mosaics.
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The mosque on the inside revives Mamluk art and architecture. Detailed stained glass windows that allow sunlight to enter and decorate the space with color. The Minbar is made of wood and mother of pearl with geometric designs which creates a shine from the pearl and more ornament from the mosaics.
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The nearest mosque to al- Burdayni mosque is the mosque of Malika Safiya which is not orniamated at all. These two mosques contrast in size. Al- Burdayni mosque is built at a humble size but heavily ornamented while the Malika Safiya shows strength and power through its scale and zero to none
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