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Ariwaq (orrivaq,Arabic:رواقriwāq orruwāq[1]) is anarcade orportico (if in front of entrances) open on at least one side.[2] It is anarchitectural design element inIslamic architecture andIslamic garden design.[3]
A riwaq often serves as the transition space between interior and outdoor spaces. As portico or arcade structure, it provides shade and adjustment to sunlight in hot climates, and cover from rain in any locale.
As an arcade element the structure is often found surrounding and defining thecourtyards (sahn) ofmosques andmadrasas, and used for covered circulation, meeting and rest, and ritualcircumambulation. The arcade element is also found along principal walkways of largerbazaars.
Riwaq arcade examples include:
Gallery ... ruwāq; dihlīz.رواق . دهليز
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