Tetovo

Photographer's Note

‘Tetovo’s Painted Mosque - 3’

Yes, I really enjoyed my visit to the Šarena Džamija in Tetovo.

This time three pictures of its interior.
Even non-Muslims are allowed to visit the Šarena Džamija and take pictures. (For those who find this surprising, in the Maghreb countries this is very different)
I was kindly asked to leave as soon as the prayer service started. For which all understanding.

I was the only non-Muslim present in and around the mosque.
Tetovo isn’t exactly the most touristic city in North Macedonia.
The mosque was described in my guidebook as very beautiful and interesting. But I hadn't seen a single photo of it beforehand. So it was a very pleasant surprise on arrival.

pierrefonds, ChrisJ, jemaflor, ikeharel, Fis2, holmertz, pajaran, jhm, PiotrF, clic, mcmtanyel, worldcitizen, aliabazari has marked this note useful

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pierrefonds (113492) 2021-11-20 17:45

Bonsoir Paul,

Vous avez bien capturé la conversation entre les hommes. La prise de vue permet de voir les détails de cette section de la Mosquée de Tetovo. La lumière rehausse les couleurs de l'image. Bonne soirée.

Pierre

ifege (46851) 2021-11-20 22:38

Hi Paul
Another 3 good photos from this amazing mosque with the main one being particularly good with the group of men talking.
cheers
Ian

ChrisJ (171146) 2021-11-20 22:53

Hi Paul

A good daily life scene of the colourful interior of this mosque. I missed this area of North Macedonia to the west of Skopje. Well framed and composed with excellent interior lighting. Tfs!

Silvio1953 (220465) 2021-11-20 23:05

Ciao Paul, great view of fantastic nosque, lovely composition sitting four, fine details, excellent sharpness, wonderful colors and splendid light, very well done, my friend, ciao Silvio

jemaflor (146190) 2021-11-20 23:32

Salut Paul,
Une scene bien cadrée avec la présence de ces personnes et les belles décorations murales, excellente luminosité pour donner d'agréables teintes dont celle en particulier de ce tapis aux tonalités rouge, parfaite netteté.

mkamionka (73224) 2021-11-21 0:03

Hi Paul,
fantastic series of photos from the interior of the mosque. It seems equally decorative inside as it is outside. I would probably choose the more decorative photo as the main one but they are all beautiful and I am sure most people will prefer the scene with people. They certainly animate the view even though they don't seem to be praying.
It seems they all wear short sleeved shirts with collars but they all leave the upper part unbuttoned.
Very well done,
M

COSTANTINO (115421) 2021-11-21 0:18

hello my dearest friend
have a nice new week
thanks for the sharing..
no comments from me...
sometimes one shot
is one thousand words
regards
cOSTANTINO

Fis2 (169609) 2021-11-21 0:51

Witaj Paul!
A very curious set of photos.
Interesting interiors.
Good frames, colors and sharpness.
This scene makes impression.
Well done.
Have a nice sunday.
Krzysztof

holmertz (101890) 2021-11-21 0:53

Hello Paul,
The main photo is very nice and both WS are good complements. I recognize the views well from mainly Turkey, where non-Muslims are also allowed inside all mosques. I even have memories of being allowed to remain during prayer time somewhere, although I stayed discreetly in the background. I still think the decorations are slightly too much for my taste, like some kind of Islamic Neo-Baroque, but the carpets are nice. Your photos, especially this one, are entirely to my taste.
Best regards,
Gert

lousat (138541) 2021-11-21 2:41

Hi Paul,the three photos are absolutely fantastic, they show the interior decorations in a very brilliant way, and also some elderly people who take advantage of the place also to talk about other topics as if they were at the bar ... ahaha ... I am not surprised that entry is allowed to all, in these areas the Muslim rules are not as strict as in Arab countries. Have a nice Sunday and thanks,Luciano

pajaran (114801) 2021-11-21 3:57

Pozdrav.

Lep pogled i trenutak, dobar tekst ...
Lep enterijer i detalji, dobro pokazano sa lepim bojama, kontrastom i uhvacenim trenutkom.
Dobar rad sa lepim fotografijama u radionici.
Lepa unutarsnjost Dzamije.

Zelim vam lepo popodne za odmor, sve najbolje.
Paja

BennyV (34726) 2021-11-21 5:45

Mooie, relaxe foto van deze gelovigen. De facade van de moskee als achtergrond is indrukwekkend. Knappe dagelijks-leven foto.
Groetjes & een leuke week toegewenst.

Benny

jhm (211734) 2021-11-21 6:24

Goedemiddag Paul,

What u beschrijft heb ik van meerdere bezoekers vernomen.
Hoe dan ook het is een heldere foto met deze vier heren.
U nam de foto zeer goed met het grootste deel van de gevel
Wat echt mooi kleur brengt.
Ook uw tweede foto, volgens mij ook een hoofd foto waard.
Zijn goed verwerkt met echte kleuren Paul.
Mooi foto werk, bedankt.

Nog een prettige zondagnamiddag,
John

ikeharel (112393) 2021-11-21 6:33

The red/pink carpet is an eyes catching object, Paul. Than, looked at the decorative walls.
Well used the indoor's light in the mosque, people in their daily small-talk nicely captured.
Good afternoon,
Ike

emka (157280) 2021-11-21 8:34

Hello Paul, As you know, I love visiting all mosques. Usually, I can go inside, even being a woman. But often I had been dressed in an appropriate way. Oft even trousers are not allowed, it must be a long dress and head cover. Probably the only countries that the non-Muslims are not allowed are Morocco and Tunisia. I do not remember how it was in Saudi Arabia. Of course, the whole Makkah and Medina are forbidden. I do not remember if I was in any mosque in Jeddah. There were some problems for women in Baku. Anyway, fantastic scene. And I love this Arabic calligraphy. "Allah" I recognize at once.

Best regrads Malgo

PiotrF (54246) 2021-11-21 11:07

Hello Paul
An interesting series of photos from inside this mosque.
I like good composition , nice colours and good sharpness. Very good photos in WS.
Fine presentation
Regards
Piotr

Tue (91478) 2021-11-21 11:36

Hallo Paul,
Een mooie impressie van het interieur van de moskee, die van binnen ook rijk versierd is en felle kleuren heeft. De vier mannen zorgen voor een aangename en relaxte sfeer.
Lars

kasianowak (17662) 2021-11-21 13:56

Hi Paul
As soon as I'd seen the thumbnail and read "Macedonia", I knew exactly where this photo was taken. :-) This is the first mosque I visited during my travels. More importantly, if I was to post an image from there, I'd write a very similar note: I was allowed to take photos and kindly asked to leave when prayers started.
I really like this image. It shows, what is for these people, an everyday scene but for us it's fascinating. As you say, not in every mosque you would be allowed to take this kind of photos. Good choice of portrait format as it allowed you to include the details of the colourful interior - the murals and the carpet.
The WS images complement the main one nicely.
Best wishes
Kasia

clic (76) 2021-11-22 7:09

Bonjour Paul
Verticales irréprochables et lumière douce sur ce podium; voilà
matière à river l'attention sur votre prise exotique.
Cependant, il me semble manquer un peu de recueillement de la part des sages coîffés de blanc :)
Merci pour l'attrayante visite de cette estrade couverte.
Amitiés

mcmtanyel (67529) 2021-11-25 18:22

Hello Paul,
Three terrific photos from this pretty mosque. I like the fact that people engaging in small talk are included in the main entry.
Regards,
MT

worldcitizen (15930) 2021-12-03 11:32

Hello Paul,
These are three great shots of this truly beautiful interior. The colors and artwork are wonderful, and I like the bit of daily life that you're showing in this main photo. Thanks for introducing us to this artistic mosque. I hope all is well with you. :-)

jmdias (114170) 2021-12-18 9:43

paul

a curious mosque, in some aspects looks like it tried to imitate the rich orthodox churches but used islamic elements too.excellent these three image with personages and details of art. TFS this monument.

take care

jorge

aliabazari (21139) 2021-12-19 20:17

Hi dear friend Paul
A beautiful view of this mosque with a combination of paintings. I always like the sincere conversation of the old men in the peaceful atmosphere of the mosque. Well seen. Thanks for sharing