For over 1400 years, Islamic Culture has made a significant contribution to the world of art and architecture. From the Dome of the Rock through the Cordoba Mosque in Spain to the Taj Mahal in India, it has excited historians and common people alike. All this compels one to examine the contribution of Islamic art and culture to world civilization. This two-hour class will attempt to introduce the creative world of Islamic culture through some of the significant landmarks of art, architecture, paintings, and calligraphy over the centuries.