Jameh Mosque of Damghan

The Jameh Mosque features eighteen sturdy columns surrounding a central courtyard, with a length of 36 meters and width of 28 meters.

Construction of the mosque began during the Abbasid Caliphate period, with subsequent modifications during the Ghaznavid, Seljuk, and Qajar dynasties spanning over nine centuries.

The mosque incorporates architectural elements from multiple Iranian dynasties, displaying intricate tile work and inscriptions that demonstrate the evolution of Islamic design patterns.

Visitors can access the mosque through its main entrance, which leads to the central courtyard where the prayer halls and historical sections are located.

The structure began as a Sassanid fire temple before its conversion into a mosque, retaining elements of both religious architectural styles in its current form.

Location: Damghan County

Official opening: 11 century

Architectural style: Abbasid architecture, Ghaznavid architecture, Seljuk architecture, Qajar architecture

Length: 36 m

Width: 28 m

Made from material: brick, plaster, tile

GPS coordinates: 36.16667,54.35111

Latest update: March 9, 2025 16:52