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What Is A Courtyard?

A courtyard is an open-air space that surrounds a building and usually includes elements such as green space, pool, fountain, seating area. Courtyards are an important complement that increases the architectural features, functions and aesthetic values of the buildings. Courtyards meet the social, cultural and recreational needs of both residents and visitors. The design of the courtyards should be in harmony with the structure and take into account natural factors such as climate, topography, vegetation. Courtyards have emerged and developed in different ways in different civilizations in the historical process. For example, in Islamic architecture, courtyards are at the center of structures such as mosques, madrasahs, and palaces and serve religious, educational, and administrative functions. Courtyards are an important heritage that reflects the richness and diversity of architectural culture.

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