Shadharwan

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Shadharwan is the sloped stone base or foundation that runs along the lower exterior walls of the Kaaba in Mecca.


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Predicate Object
instanceOf architectural element
component of the Kaaba
adjacentTo Mataf floor
GrandMosqueCourtyard
surface form: Tawaf area
associatedWith Haram Mosque architecture
Kaaba
constructionType masonry
contactWith pilgrims’ walking path around the Kaaba
culturalSignificance element of sacred architecture in Mecca
describedAs sloping stone ledge at the base of the Kaaba
describedIn Islamic architectural literature
elevation slightly raised above Mataf floor level
extendsAlong perimeter of the Kaaba at ground level
function foundation support for the Kaaba’s exterior walls
protection of the Kaaba walls from water and wear
heritageStatus part of the sacred precinct of Masjid al-Haram
integrity continuous band along the Kaaba base except at door opening
location Kaaba
Masjid al-Haram
Mecca
Saudi Arabia
material stone
notCoveredBy Kiswah lower edge (in some sections)
orientation follows rectangular plan of the Kaaba
partOf Kaaba structure
position lower exterior walls of the Kaaba
religiousContext Islam
religiousRole no independent ritual; structural and protective role
shape sloped base
surface stone facing exposed to pilgrims
surrounds base of the Kaaba walls
visibleDuring tawaf (circumambulation)

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Kaaba hasComponent Shadharwan