Jameh Mosque of Fahraj

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Jameh Mosque of Fahraj, Congregational mosque in Fahraj, Iran.

The Jameh Mosque stands in the center of Fahraj village, constructed entirely of adobe and plaster with eight large pillars and a clay minaret.

Built in the 9th century during the Abbasid period, this structure represents the earliest surviving mosque in Iran that maintains its original architectural elements.

The mosque continues its function as a primary gathering place for daily prayers and religious ceremonies in the Fahraj community of Yazd Province.

Visitors can reach the mosque by taking the Yazd-Kerman road for 17 kilometers or using the bus service from Yazd to Bafgh, stopping at kilometer 78.

The building contains no decorative elements, colored tiles, domes, or inscriptions, maintaining the pure structural design from its initial construction period.

Location: Yazd County

Official opening: 9 century

Architectural style: Abbasid architecture

Made from material: adobe, plaster

GPS coordinates: 31.76417,54.58153

Latest update: March 11, 2025 19:11

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