Jameh Mosque of Zavareh

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Jameh Mosque of Zavareh, Historical mosque in Zavareh, Iran.

The Jameh Mosque of Zavareh displays traditional Persian construction methods through its extensive use of brick walls and plaster decorative elements.

Construction of the mosque began in 1135 under Abu Taher Hosein bin Ghali bin Ahmad, with multiple phases of completion extending until 1169.

The mosque exemplifies Seljuk architectural principles through its four-iwan layout and structural elements that influenced later religious buildings in the region.

Located in Ardestan County of Isfahan Province, the mosque maintains regular prayer schedules and permits visitors during non-prayer hours.

This religious structure stands as the earliest dated example of four-iwan mosque architecture in Iran, featuring an inscription from 1156.

Location: Ardestan County

Official opening: 1136

Architectural style: Seljuk architecture

Made from material: brick, plaster

GPS coordinates: 33.44903,52.49181

Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:03

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