A mosque is a place of worship for followers of Islam. Muslims often refer to the mosque by its Arabic name, masjid. They have developed significantly from the open-air spaces that were the Quba Mosque and Al-Masjid al-Nabawi in the 7th century. Many mosques have elaborate domes, minarets, and prayer halls. Mosques originated on the Arabian Peninsula, but are now found in all inhabited continents.

Follow the link to see 22 Beautiful Mosques. Some have been built recently, others are centuries old. Enjoy!