Early mosques with brick domes, arches, and calligraphic ornamentation.
With the arrival of Islam, mosque architecture began to evolve, combining local traditions with Arabic and Persian design principles. Early structures were often built using baked bricks and featured mihrabs, arches, and minarets.
Examples include the tombs and mosques of Multan and Uch Sharif. The use of glazed tiles, calligraphy, and geometric patterns emerged as central decorative elements. Functionality and spiritual orientation remained core architectural values.
This period laid the foundation for later grand Islamic styles, marking the first regional expressions of Islamic faith through architecture in South Asia.
