Sheikh Bastami Mosque, Islamic monument in Bastam, Iran
The Sheikh Bastami Mosque features a tall minaret reaching 20 meters and includes two separate prayer halls for men and women within its structure.
The mosque dates from 700 CE and underwent major renovations in 1120, 1300, and 1839, incorporating Abbasid, Seljuk, Ilkhanid, and Qajar architectural elements.
The religious complex houses the tomb of Abu Yazid al-Bastami and Muhammad ibn Jafar al-Sadiq, making it an important destination for religious scholars.
The mosque maintains separate prayer areas with a larger shabestan for men and a smaller one for women, following traditional Islamic practices.
The main iwan entrance displays intricate muqarnas semi-dome decorations combined with faience and unglazed terracotta wall coverings from different construction periods.
Location: Shahrud County
Official opening: 7 century
Architectural style: Abbasid architecture, Seljuk architecture, Ilkhanid architecture, Qajar architecture
Made from material: brick, mortar
Part of: Bayazid Bastami Complex
GPS coordinates: 36.48425,55.00028
Latest update: March 19, 2025 04:52
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