Jameh Mosque of Isfahan

The mosque extends across a vast area featuring four iwans, multiple prayer halls, domes, and intricate geometric designs in brick and tile decorations.

Starting in 771 during the Abbasid period, the mosque underwent expansions through Seljuk, Ilkhanid, Timurid, and Safavid dynasties until the 20th century.

The mosque functions as a central gathering location for religious practices, incorporating architectural elements from several Islamic building traditions over centuries.

Located in District 3 of Isfahan near the bazaar, visitors can explore the mosque daily to observe different architectural styles and decorative patterns.

The mosque contains over 200 domes creating a distinctive roofscape pattern, with the largest dome constructed in 1086 reaching exceptional dimensions for its time.

Location: District 3

Official opening: 8 century

Architectural style: Abbasid architecture, Seljuk architecture, Ilkhanid architecture, Timurid architecture, Safavid architecture

Made from material: brick, plaster, tile

Website: https://isfahanjamehmosque.com

GPS coordinates: 32.66972,51.68528

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:59