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The Blue Mosque of Istanbul

The Blue Mosque, which is officially called the Sultanahmet Camii (the Sultan Ahmet Mosque), is perhaps the most famous site in Istanbul, Turkey, and most certainly one of its most spectacular postcard views. It towers above the old city, and sits overlooking the Sea of Marmara and the Bosphorous Straight.

The mosque is named after Sultan Ahmet I who commissioned its construction in 1609. Designed by Mehmet Aga, it took seven years to complete. It consists of a number of domes, surrounded by six minarets. There is one gigantic central dome, which is a whole 33 meters wide (100 feet), and is surrounded by a large number of smaller domes. They all sit atop four huge pillars which each measure 4.5 meters (15 feet) thick. These foundational pillars are referred to as the “elephant’s foot” pillars.

The interior of the building is spectacular, with the inside of all the domes and arches are covered in beautiful Islamic calligraphy. In addition to that, the interior walls are covered with over 20,000 blue iznik tiles. Many people have wondered why a light gray mosque is called the “Blue Mosque”, but the name actually derives from the color of these tiles. The interior is also enclosed by 260 stained glass windows, and when sunlight
shines through the colored light upon the blue tiles is a beautiful site. The original stained glass windows were, however, destroyed in an Earthquake, so these are replacements.

The Blue Mosque caused some controversy when it was first built. At that time the only mosque in the world with six minarets was in the holy city of Mecca, and by outshining Mecca Sultan Ahmet had stepped on some toes. He creatively solved the problem by having a seventh minaret added to the mosque in Mecca, restoring its supremacy and calming religious fervor.

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Set of 2 Ceramic ‘Playful Blue Elephants’ Sculptures (Thailand) $37.49 Cheerful blue elephants romp and play together, enjoying the fun as celadon sculptures. Duangkamol handcrafts the charming sculptures with traditional celadon ceramic techniques featuring a unique crackled glaze.

Celadon Ceramic ‘Blue Elephant’ Sculpture (Thailand) $89.99 A beloved symbol of Thailand, this elephant sculpture seems at once wise and benevolent. Thatsanee and Ramphan work in richly crackled celadon ceramic to create the sculpture.

Celadon Ceramic ‘Blue Elephant Welcome’ Sculpture (Thailand) $45.99 Handcrafted of ceramic, this sculpted elephant lifts its trunk in welcome. Duangkamol works in the painstaking celadon technique, creating a beautiful sculpture in the symbol of old Siam glazed in a deep, rich blue.

Set Of 4 Ceramic ‘Blue Elephant Heralds’ Celadon Ornaments (Thailand) $28.99 Four elephants herald good tidings for the holiday season in this sweet set of four. They are crafted with the millenary materials and techniques that are unique to the glazed, crackled beauty of celadon ceramics from Thailand.

Set of 4 Soapstone ‘Parade’ Coasters (India) $40.99 Clad in silk and jewels, blue elephants celebrate India’s legendary traditions in these handcrafted coasters. The set of four soapstone coasters is hand-painted by India’s Ganesh Sharma with sublime detail, and framed with the rich grain of seesham wood.

The Blue Elephant (DVD) $8.46 From the Jim Henson Company comes this animated tale of a young elephant`s amazing quest, in which he discovers what love and bravery are all about. Filled with adventure and romance, THE BLUE ELEPHANT features the vocal talent of classic funnymen Mart…

Fested: A Journey to Fest 7 (DVD) $13.33 This musical release captures the most memorable moments and performances from the 2008 summer punk rock festival circuit in Gainesville, Florida, with concert footage from American Steel, Dear Landlord, OK Pilot, Spanish Gamble, Hour of the Wolf, The …

Blue elephant $34.99 Kirsten Ulve Blue elephant – Giclee Print

Blue Deco style Elephant $20.97 Wall Mural – Blue Deco style Elephant;

Blue Yellow Baby Elephant $124.99 Avalisa Blue Yellow Baby Elephant – Wall Mural

Blue Elephant Pattern $124.99 Avalisa Blue Elephant Pattern – Laminated Oversized Art

Blue Elephant Family $124.99 Avalisa Blue Elephant Family – Laminated Oversized Art

no.411 blue deco style elephant $16.76 Window Picture – no.411 blue deco style elephant;

no.411 Blue Deco Style Elephant $16.76 Wall Decal – multi-coloured – no.411 Blue Deco Style Elephant;

Baby Blue Elephant $197 Baby Blue Elephant: A baby blue elephant on a folded cream card unfolds to joyfully reveal your special news. The cream card is mounted on a blue card with a dark blue border. This playful pachyderm is great for parties, announcements or play dates. Note that inner envelopes are not available and that square envelopes require extra postage.

Baby Blue Elephant Thank You Note $85 Baby Blue Elephant Thank You Note:

Elephant $10 Elephant

Baby Blue Elephant Announcement $89 Baby Blue Elephant Announcement: This white-spotted baby blue elephant is playfully trumpeting water from his little trunk. The background is a blue plaid accented with a light green band and white border. These digitally printed photo cards can be personalized as birth announcements, adoption announcements, christening invitations or birthday party invitations.

Elephant – Blue Grey Throw Pillow $49 Elephant – Blue Grey Throw Pillow: Our vintage style Elephant print done in luxurious natural linen paired with the durability of a bit of polyester is elegant, long-lasting and wrinkle resistant! Made in the USA.

Elephant – Light Blue Throw Pillow $49 Elephant – Light Blue Throw Pillow: Our vintage style Elephant print done in luxurious natural linen paired with the durability of a bit of polyester is elegant, long-lasting and wrinkle resistant! Made in the USA.

Boyish Blue Elephant Belly Ring $10.99 Boyish Blue Elephant Belly Ring An elephant with the trunk raised is a symbol of good luck. A super cute elephant navel ring designed with a surgical steel curved barbell. Specifications: 14 Gauge (1.6mm), 7/16″ (11mm), 316L Surgical Grade Stainless Steel

Elephant – Blue Grey Floor Pillow $89 Elephant – Blue Grey Floor Pillow: Curl up on our floor pillow and learn about Elephants! Vintage style Elephant print floor pillow in microsuede front fabric with a black chenille back. Zippered cover can be removed for washing or entire pillow, with fill, can be placed in wash if desired. Made in the USA.

Elephant – Light Blue Floor Pillow $89 Elephant – Light Blue Floor Pillow: Curl up on our floor pillow and learn about Elephants! Vintage style Elephant print floor pillow in microsuede front fabric with a black chenille back. Zippered cover can be removed for washing or entire pillow, with fill, can be placed in wash if desired. Made in the USA.

Measuring Height Plush Long-nose Elephant Toy (Blue) $19.94 This is a very cute plush elephant doll.

Elephant Bash $24.99 Elephant Bash: Sweet sky blue polar bears offset on a light blue background create a delightful addition to these birthday invitations featuring your child’s portrait above a sky blue color block with his birthday year. Your photo will be printed on high-quality, heavy paper with a non-glossy, premium matte finish. Prices include blank white envelopes.

Elephant – Blue Grey Wall Art $69.95 Elephant – Blue Grey Wall Art: Vintage style Elephant print with call outs for the Elephant’s unusual features make this a unique accessory for any room. This custom design is printed on archival acid free Hahnemuhle paper, the paper chosen by artists for the highest quality fine art prints. Your print is proudly made in the USA. This artwork is also offered professionally framed in a premium custom Larson–Juhl™ frame, a favorite of interior designers. Leading the custom frame industry, Larson-Juhl creates frames of enduring style and superior craftsmanship.

Elephant – Light Blue Wall Art $69.95 Elephant – Light Blue Wall Art: Vintage style Elephant print with call outs for the Elephant’s unusual features make this a unique accessory for any room. This custom design is printed on archival acid free Hahnemuhle paper, the paper chosen by artists for the highest quality fine art prints. Your print is proudly made in the USA. This artwork is also offered professionally framed in a premium custom Larson–Juhl™ frame, a favorite of interior designers. Leading the custom frame industry, Larson-Juhl creates frames of enduring style and superior craftsmanship.

Inflatable Circus Elephant Each $3.49 This Circus Elephant Inflatable looks like a gray elephant all dressed up and ready to perform in the circus with its red, yellow and blue attire. Each 29 inch wide x 15 inch high x 13 inch deep vinyl Inflatable Elephant makes a great circus party accessory!

The Elephant $21.99 The Elephant – Poster

JMC163 8GB Elephant Silicone USB Flash Drive (Blue) $13.65 JMC163 8GB elephant silicone USB flash drive.

JMC163 4GB Elephant Silicone USB Flash Drive (Blue) $8.88 JMC163 4GB elephant silicone USB flash drive.

Elephant painting, ‘Blue in Hawaii’ (Thailand) $324.95 Sky blue kisses lime green, rose and crimson in a composition by Aleena. The elephant artist shows her preference for clear colors and graceful lines in a delightfully tropical painting. Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants’ paintings widely accessible to the general public, Novica hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant’s biography. Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk � which is also the elephants’ delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet, here and there, are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Elephant painting, ‘Blue Lake’ (Thailand) $317.95 Wildflowers bloom on an emerald hillside in an idyllic work by Jojo. Selecting vibrant colors, the young elephant paints a joyous composition. A pool of pale blue at the center suggests a deep, cool lake. Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants’ paintings widely accessible to the general public, Novica hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant’s biography. Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk – which is also the elephants’ delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet, here and there, are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

‘Thai Elephant’ (Thailand) $129.95 Arrayed in a blue saddle blanket with golden chains, an elephant is portrayed in golden light. Parinya Nanjai paints an elegant portrait of the royal symbol. The first record of a white elephant captured in Thailand was in 1471, and King Borommatrailokkanant took the title “Lord of the White Elephant.” In the 1500s, King Mahachakkaphat had seven white elephants in his herd. By the 17th century, elephant hunting was the sport of kings. White elephants graced the Siamese national flags of 1816 and 1917 before Siam was re-named Thailand. The painting is framed in bamboo.

Light Blue Lucite Elegant Elephant Earrings $7.99 Light Blue Elegant Elephant Earrings Feel ele-fancy with these Elephant earrings. Trunks will stand proud when you fashion these fun friends. So toss in a couple of peanuts and flaunt your stuff. Specifications: Approximate 1.25 Inch Length, Silver Plated Fishhook Earwires, Mirrored Lucite Acrylic

Celadon ceramic candleholder, ‘Reclining Blue Elephant’ (Thailand) $32.95 Kneeling, a proud elephant lifts his head in greeting. Duangkamol depicts the reclining pachyderm in a celadon ceramic candleholder. A symbol of old Siam, the elephant is much respected in modern Thailand.

Elephant painting, ‘Blue Wind’ (Thailand) $317.95 Suggesting strong winds on a sunny summer day, this composition exudes nature�s powerful energy. Holding the brush with his trunk, Jojo sweeps strokes of blue, yellow, black and red on the off-white expanse of Renaissance paper to create a composition of vibrant artistry. Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants’ paintings widely accessible to the general public, Novica hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant’s biography. Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk – which is also the elephants’ delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet, here and there, are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Elephant painting, ‘Blue Star’ (Thailand) $282.95 A vibrant composition by Thai elephant Phong that brings to mind shooting stars across the Thai skies. Painting with acrylics, Phong’s brushwork suggests an admirably soothing rhythmic cadence. Asian elephants are an endangered species. By making the Asian elephants’ paintings widely accessible to the general public, NOVICA hopes to help increase awareness, encourage conservation, and raise significant funds to assist endangered elephants throughout Asia. For more information, please refer to the elephant’s biography. Please note: The elephants hold the paintbrush carefully, by the tip of their trunk – which is also the elephants’ delicate nose area. Slight smudging, and an occasional water droplet here and there, are to be expected on most elephant paintings. We like to consider that these imperfections add to the conversation value of each piece.

Skimmer Hat with Republican Elephant Band $1.99 Skimmer Hat with Republican Elephant Band is made of white plastic with the Republican Elephant on a red,white and blue paper band. Hat Circumference: 22″; Measures Approximately 3.5″ Tall. Includes: Hat. One size fits most.

Celadon ceramic statuette, ‘Blue Elephant’ (large) (Thailand) $157.95 Shaped of ceramic, this sleek figurine represents an elephant’s grace. Duangkamol works in the painstaking celadon technique, creating a beautiful symbol of old Siam. It is glazed in a deep, rich blue.

Celadon ceramic statuette, ‘Blue Elephant’ (medium) (Thailand) $87.95 Shaped of ceramic, this sleek figurine represents an elephant’s grace. Duangkamol works in the painstaking celadon technique, creating a beautiful symbol of old Siam. It is glazed in a deep, rich blue.

Celadon ceramic statuette, ‘Blue Elephant Welcome’ (Thailand) $45.99 Shaped of ceramic, this charming elephant lifts its trunk in welcome. Duangkamol works in the painstaking celadon technique, creating a beautiful symbol of old Siam. It is glazed in a deep, rich blue.

Drive-By Truckers Youth Blue T-Shirt with Elephant Artwork $10 Was $20.00This youth blue T-Shirt features elephant artwork by Wes Freed from The Big To-Do.

Elephant Tree Branches, Bursera Microphylla, Against a Clear Blue Sky $39.99 Ralph Lee Hopkins Elephant Tree Branches, Bursera Microphylla, Against a Clear Blue Sky – Photographic Print

Elephant – Organic Cotton Toy $5 Our handsome blue elephant will make a splendid addition to your little ones toy collection. Tie him onto a crib or atop a car seat for hours of interactive fun. Made from organic cotton fabric and filling.

Celadon ceramic statuette, ‘Blue Elephant’ (Thailand) $89.99 Powerful and handsome, this elephant seems at once wise and benevolent. A beloved symbol of Thailand, the animal is depicted by Thatsanee and Ramphan. They work in ceramic with a richly crackled celadon glaze. The piece is carefully detailed – evidenced in the elephant’s supple skin and expressive facial features.

Naturalizer Yarkona (Women’s) – Elephant Skin Velour Suede/Elephant Skin Mesh $75 This casual mary jane features a smooth lining and a cushioning insole with N5 Comfort System for the perfect fit. Available Colors: Black Galaxy Leather/Black Mesh, Elephant Skin Velour Suede/Elephant Skin Mesh, Mali Blue Velour Suede/Mali Blue Mesh, Teakwood Velour Suede/Teakwood Mesh.

Light Blue Lucite Elegant Elephant Belly Ring $7.99 Light Blue Elegant Elephant Belly Ring Feel ele-fancy with this Elephant belly ring. Trunks and tummies will stand proud when you fashion this fun friend. So toss in a couple of peanuts and flaunt your stuff. Specifications: 14 Gauge (1.6mm), 7/16″ (11mm), 316L Surgical Grade Stainless Steel, Mirrored Lucite Acrylic

Light Blue Lucite Elegant Elephant Clip On Earrings $8.99 Light Blue Elegant Elephant Clip On Earrings Feel ele-fancy with these Elephant clip on earrings. Trunks will stand proud when you fashion these fun friends. So toss in a couple of peanuts and flaunt your stuff. Specifications: Approximate 1.25 Inch Length, Silver Plated Screw Back Clip Earrings, Mirrored Lucite Acrylic