How has culture played a role in the Architectural design of a society? When was the building constructed? What was its primary purpose/function? Suleymaniye Mosque-Ottoman Empire Was it used for economic (business), religious, social or political reasons? When was the building constructed? What was its purpose/function? Taj Mahal-Mughal Empire/India Was it used for economic (business), religious, social or political reasons? When was the building constructed? What was its purpose/function? St. Basil’s Cathedral-Russia Was it used for economic (business), religious, social or political reasons? When was the building constructed? What was its purpose/function? The Forbidden City Was it used for economic (business), religious, social or political reasons? Compare these structures: What are some similarities and differences in the design and purpose of these buildings? Similarities Differences