Jame mosque is one of the most important and oldest monuments in Iran. Many people believe that this mosque is known as ‘Jame mosque’ for its big area and numerous parts, but in fact this is a place that Provides the people to gather together in order to practice their religious rituals.
This monument is one of the oldest buildings in Isfahan, the current appearance of the mosque is related to Seljukian era but repairs and reforms of building dates back to Safavian dynasty. This mosque was built in different eras by different kings, so nobody knows about the main builder. An interesting point about Jame mosque is that despite having various builders, the unity of the building will surprise every visitor.
This mosque should be known as the oldest and most advanced mosque of teaching liberal arts in Islamic civilization.
There is a porch in every 4 sides of Jame mosque. You can see the innovation of many centuries in this place. That’s why it’s one of the best monuments in the world. The existence of four porches around the square, is unique mark of mosques in Iran which was a commonplace after being used in this building. This place includes different parts, the most important part of the building is Al-Jayto mosque that includes a very beautiful pulpit.
This mosque has different kinds of Sangab in every side with different designs. This Sangabs are popular to ‘Darvish porch Sangab’ and ‘Saheb porch Sangab’.
Rare tiling, wonderful muqarnases, fantastic molding, beautiful columns and inscriptions are the attractions of this building that make it different from the other buildings.
Location:
Majlesi street, Qiam square
Visiting time:
9AM- 7PM
Holidays:
2nd of April
Ticket Price:
200,000 Rials
Access ways:
Taxi, bus, car
Nearby attraction:
Naqshe Jahan square
Ali Qoli Agha bathroom
Phone number:
031 3445 6400
