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17-JUN-2014 Jola Dziubinska

Shah (Imam) Mosque

Esfahan, Iran

Masjid-e Shah (Masjid-e Imam).

The Shah Mosque known as Imam mosque (after the 1979 Islamic revolution in Iran) and Jameh Abbasi Mosque is a mosque in Esfahan, Iran, standing in south side of Naghsh-i Jahan Square.

This mosque was built by Shah Abbas 1st during the Safavi period. It is recognised as one of the masterpieces of Persian Architecture and is registered, along with the Naghsh-i Jahan Square, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its splendour is mainly due to the beauty of its seven-colour mosaic tiles and calligraphic inscriptions.

Its construction began in 1611 by the chief architect of urban planning Shaykh Bahai and completed in 1629.
Because of the Shah's desire to have the building completed during his lifetime, shortcuts were taken in the construction. One of these shortcuts was the invention of a new style of tile mosaic (the Seven-colour) that was both cheaper and quicker, and that eventually speed up the construction.

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anuschka29-Jan-2018 21:24
Such a marvel and a fine photo of it. V
joseantonio28-Jun-2014 10:38
What an amazing place.Thank you for this tour.V.
LynnH27-Jun-2014 19:51
It is really fantastic! A work of art. V
waterfalls man24-Jun-2014 00:26
Beautiful Shot V!!
laine24-Jun-2014 00:20
That person up there...!!!

It's beautiful Jola.
MummaDragon24-Jun-2014 00:05
Really beautiful. And thanks also for the explanation. V.
Frank Brault24-Jun-2014 00:05
This Mosque is so beautiful and your presentation is superb. The solid blue sky is such a perfect background for the mosaic.. The mosaic tiles are truly a masterful combination of art and craftsmanship. V
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