STEEM CHURCH: Mosques

The minarets rising high in the sky reaching for the stars. The domes visible from a far. The entire spectacle a testimony of peace. Yes, this is the place where Muslims gather five times a day to offer their obligatory prayers, the mosque.

The place that unites the Muslims. The place that reminds us of the right path. The place where Azan - call to prayer is called out. The call to success. Mosques play a crucial role for Muslims. Most have "Madrassahs" that are teaching schools for teaching Quran to the children.

In Ramzan ( Muslim month of fasting) the Mosques are packed. Iftaris (evening meal to break fast with) are held daily for 30 days in mosques. Taraweehs (night prayer) are held daily in the mosque. Some mosques also have arrangements for women. Aitkaf ( solitary praying) for men in the last ten days of Ramzan are also arranged at the mosque. Where a Muslim is not to talk to other people and remain worshiping in a solitary spot.

Eid prayers are also held in mosques. Or large grounds if the number of people living in the community are too much. Mosques are an embodiment of peace, cleanliness and purity. Mostly, you'll find date trees along with mosques. Classic.