Arch assigment 2
“Süleymaniye Complex.” Grove Art Online.
Goodwin, Godfrey. “KülliyeLinks to an external site..” Grove Art Online.
Explain their purposes.
While the külliye with a mosque is found in many parts of the Islamic world, including Persia (modern Iran) and Egypt, the Ottoman rulers included buildings and facilities that provide resources and charity to the surrounding community. In you reflection you should consider the following points:
What are some of the reasons a ruler would be motivated to do this and what benefit would he see while he is ruling?
How might the complex promote his legacy after he has passed?