Agha Bozorg Mosque (Persian: مسجد آقا بزرگ Masjed-e Āghā Bozorg) is a historical mosque in Kashan, Iran. The mosque was built in the late 18th century by master-mi'mar Ustad Haj Sa'ban-ali. The mosque and theological school (madrasah) is located in the center of the city.
| Āghā Bozorg Mosque | |
|---|---|
 View of the mosque and its sunken courtyard. | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Islam |
| Province | Isfahān Province |
| Location | |
| Location | Kāshān, Iran |
| Municipality | Kāshān County |
  Shown within Iran | |
| Geographic coordinates | 33°58′42.5″N 51°26′42.5″E / 33.978472°N 51.445139°E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque |
| Style | Islamic architecture |
| Completed | 18th century |
Specifications
editThe mosque has been described as "the finest Islamic complex in Kashan and one of the best of the mid-19th century".[1] It is noted for its symmetrical design.[2]
Gallery
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A View of Front door -
Another view of courtyard. -
The symmetry in design is a trademark of Islamic architects. -
Main mosque building. -
Detail of an iwan. -
Ceiling. -
The mosque at sunset.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Burke, Andrew (2010). Iran. Lonely Planet. p. 228. ISBN 978-1-74220-349-2.
- ^ Burke, Andrew; Maxwell, Virginia; Shearer, Iain (2012). Lonely Planet Iran. Lonely Planet. p. 366. ISBN 978-1-74321-320-9.
External links
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