A mosque is a place of worship for people who follow Islam. Mosques usually have elaborate domes, minarets and prayer halls, in different styles of architecture.

Here is a brief overview of the top 10 most beautiful mosques in the world.

1) Crystal Mosque, Kuala Terengganu (Malaysia)

Also known as Masjid Kristal, this mosque is made of steel, crystal and glass. This grand structure is located at Islamic Heritage Park on the Island of Wan Man. It can easily accommodate 1,500 worshippers.

2) Qolsharif Mosque, Kazan Kremlin (Russia)

Qolsarif is regarded as one of the most important symbols of Tatar aspirations. Now-a-days the mosque serves as a museum of Islam. It has one dome and four minarets. Many people gather in the mosque to pray during Islamic festivals. It is reportedly the largest mosque in Russia, and in Europe.