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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.

Specifications

The mosque has been described as "the finest Islamic complex in Kashan and one of the best of the mid-19th century".[1] Noted for its symmetrical design,[2]

Gallery

  • A View of Front door
    A View of Front door
  • Another view of courtyard.
    Another view of courtyard.
  • The symmetry in design is a trademark of Islamic architects.
    The symmetry in design is a trademark of Islamic architects.
  • Main mosque building.
    Main mosque building.
  • Detail of an iwan.
    Detail of an iwan.
  • Ceiling.
    Ceiling.
  • The mosque at sunset.
    The mosque at sunset.

See also

References

  1. ^ Burke, Andrew (2010). Iran. Lonely Planet. p. 228. ISBN 978-1-74220-349-2.
  2. ^ Burke, Andrew; Maxwell, Virginia; Shearer, Iain (2012). Lonely Planet Iran. Lonely Planet. p. 366. ISBN 978-1-74321-320-9.

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