Have you ever wondered what gives something value, what makes something unique, or what makes something remarkable? The Great Mosque of Córdoba and the Salisbury Cathedral are two extremely remarkable buildings that can be compared and contrasted in very many ways. By providing you with some background information, similarities, and differences I will help you to understand just how valuable, unique, and remarkable each of these buildings are. First, I will provide you with some background information regarding The Great Mosque of Córdoba. The mosque is located in Córdoba, Spain. It is classified as Islamic art and dates all the way back to 784 CE. (class notes) The Great Mosque of Córdoba is also known as “La Mesquita”. (www.khanacademy.org) In a 2007 poll, the mosque was determined to be the most important historic treasure in Spain. (www.spainthenandnow.com) The building covers a lot of land in Córdoba, Spain, given the fact that it is 425 feet by 570 feet. There is lots of space inside the building as well. There are 856 columns that hold together the mosque. …show more content…
The cathedral is located in Salisbury, England. It is categorized by the into the gothic period and dates all the way back to 1220 CE. (class notes) The Salisbury Cathedral is known as an international symbol of Christianity and Britain's finest 13th century cathedral. It is an important heritage attraction and beautiful historic building. (www.sacred-destinations.com) Many people refer to the Cathedral as a “living church” because it welcomes half a million people a year from all over the world. The cathedral is located at the heart of Salisbury and is surrounded by other historical landmarks. Stonehenge is just 8 miles north! (www.sacred-destinations.com) The Cathedral is still used today as a church. On the inside you will find many people, guided prayers, singing choirs, and