What are some examples of ornamentation in Middle Eastern architecture?

1. Geometric patterns and motifs such as arabesques, quatrefoils, and octagons.
2. Calligraphy and inscriptions of Quranic verses or other religious texts.
3. Muqarnas, also known as "stalactite vaulting," a type of ornamental ceiling decoration.
4. Domes and minarets with intricate tilework and geometrical patterns.
5. Carved stone or wooden screens called mashrabiya which cover windows and provide privacy.
6. Mosaic tilework, often featuring floral or geometric designs.
7. Eaves of roofs, balconies, and arches decorated with intricate carvings.
8. Intricate doorways and arches with inscriptions and patterns carved into stone or wood.
9. Zellij, a type of mosaic tilework used to decorate walls and floors.
10. Stucco decoration featuring intricate geometric or floral motifs.

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