Imamzadeh Hashem

The Imamzadeh Hashem mausoleum stands at 2,698 meters elevation along Haraz Road, constructed with traditional materials including rubble, stone, and lime mortar.

Multiple renovations and openings occurred throughout its history, with significant phases in 1678, followed by reconstruction efforts in the 1960s, 1992, and 2007.

The mausoleum combines Safavid and Pahlavi architectural elements, featuring intricate aina-kari mirror work that reflects Persian Islamic artistic traditions.

The structure serves as both a religious shrine and cultural landmark, providing a stopping point for travelers and pilgrims on the route between Amol and Damavand.

The interior walls incorporate specialized construction techniques using a mix of mud, mortar, and iron, creating a robust structure at high altitude.

Location: Tarrud Rural District

Official opening: 1678

Architectural style: Safavid architecture, Pahlavi architecture

Elevation above the sea: 2,698 m

Made from material: rubble, lime mortar, mud, stone, mortar, iron, aina-kari

GPS coordinates: 35.77906,52.03833

Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:51