The atrium of al-aqsa mosque is
a) an area of hustle and bustle
b) an oasis of peace and tranquility with trees, lawns, and fountains
c) now in ruins
d)an adapted altar area of a basilica

an adapted altar area of a basilica

Explanation:

   Al-Aqsa Mosque is the third holiest place in Islam and is perched on a hill in the old part of Jerusalem, known as Temple Mount by the Jews and Mosque Esplanade by the Muslims.

   The current structure of the mosque is essentially from the 11th century. The plan corresponds to that of a basilica with a central nave flanked by six side aisles. It does not have the usual courtyard of the mosques, where the ablutions are performed. The dome of the building is clad in silver.