Istanbul – Blue MosqueAmbience: Mosque CourtyardIstanbul’s Blue Mosque is famous for its visual and acoustical beauty. I’m Jim Metzner and this is the Pulse of the Planet.Built in the early 17th century, it’s five main domes surrounded by six minarets, The Blue Mosque dominates Istanbul’s skyline. And when it comes time for the call to prayer, it dominates the soundscape as well. After the call, listen for the response from a distant mosque.Ambience: Call to PrayerThe interior walls of the Blue Mosque are lined with hand painted blue tiles. Here is a rare recording of the remarkable acoustics inside the mosque.Ambience: 43:50 Interior Prayer The sounds of the Blue Mosque, in Istanbul, Turkey. I’m Jim Metzner and this is the Pulse of the Planet.
Istanbul - Blue Mosque
Istanbul's most famous mosque is a delight for the eyes and ears. Headphone listening recommended!
Air Date:02/26/2021
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Istanbul - Blue MosqueAmbience: Mosque CourtyardIstanbul's Blue Mosque is famous for its visual and acoustical beauty. I'm Jim Metzner and this is the Pulse of the Planet.Built in the early 17th century, it's five main domes surrounded by six minarets, The Blue Mosque dominates Istanbul's skyline. And when it comes time for the call to prayer, it dominates the soundscape as well. After the call, listen for the response from a distant mosque.Ambience: Call to PrayerThe interior walls of the Blue Mosque are lined with hand painted blue tiles. Here is a rare recording of the remarkable acoustics inside the mosque.Ambience: 43:50 Interior Prayer The sounds of the Blue Mosque, in Istanbul, Turkey. I'm Jim Metzner and this is the Pulse of the Planet.