Jameh Mosque of Yazd

The Jameh Mosque of Yazd is a house of prayer in the city of Yazd, Iran, distinguished by two 52-meter-high minarets. The structure is built from brick and mortar and features elaborate tilework adorning its entrance facade.

The building was constructed on a site that formerly held a fire temple, with major work taking place between 1324 and 1600. This extended construction period reflects how the building was developed and modified across multiple eras.

This mosque displays design features from multiple periods of Persian architecture layered over time. Visitors can observe how these different styles blend together in the decoration and spatial arrangement.

The building sits in Yazd at an elevation of about 1,200 meters (3,900 feet) and can be reached via Gole Sorkh Street or Imam Street. It remains an active place of worship, so visitors should respect religious customs during their visit.

The interior lighting relies on reflected light from white plaster surfaces on the dome and walls to brighten the prayer spaces. This subtle lighting method was a clever solution for natural illumination before modern electrical systems.

Location: Yazd County

Location: Yazd

Official opening: 9 century

Architectural style: Saffarid architecture, Seljuk architecture, Ilkhanid architecture, Timurid architecture, Safavid architecture, Qajar architecture

Elevation above the sea: 1,214 m

Height: 52 m

Made from material: brick, mortar, tile

GPS coordinates: 31.90139,54.36861

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43