Sepahsalar Mosque

Sepahsalar Mosque is a Qajar-era building in Tehran constructed from brick, stone, and decorated with glazed tile work. The structure encompasses a large prayer hall topped by a dome, surrounded by additional rooms for education and a library facility.

Construction started in 1879 under the patronage of Mirza Hosein Sepahsalar and became functional after five years. The building represents a period when wealthy officials invested in creating major religious and educational institutions.

The mosque serves as both a place of worship and learning, reflecting how religious centers functioned as community institutions. Visitors can observe this dual role through the classrooms and library spaces integrated throughout the building.

The mosque is located near Parliament and accessed through its main decorative portal. Visitors should dress respectfully and check prayer times before planning their visit.

The prayer hall rests on 44 supporting columns beneath the dome, blending Persian and Ottoman architectural traditions. This arrangement creates an intricate spatial effect that many visitors overlook while exploring the interior.

Location: District 12

Inception: 1879

Founders: Mirza Hosein Khan Sepahsalar

Architects: Hossein Lorzadeh

Official opening: 1880

Architectural style: Qajar architecture

Height: 34 m

Length: 62 m

Width: 61 m

Made from material: brick, stone, plaster, tile, marble

GPS coordinates: 35.68878,51.43306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02