This mosque which is also known as the Red Mosque, is located to the north of the old square of Saveh. It has been named as such because of its adornments and epigraphs. This structure is a remnant of the Saljuqi period, and comprises of a simple brick dome, a minaret, three porticos and a few porches.
It has a beautiful and valuable altar adorned with plasterwork and vaulted inscriptions. This altar has three inscriptions in the 'Kufic' script and 'Tholth' script. One of the 'Kufic' inscriptions, is white and the other is maroon in color. Its brick minarets date back to the 5th century AH. and the date 453 can be observed here.
To the south west of the Khorheh Village, near the river flowing in this vicinity, and on a rock that weighs about a ton a script has been engraved. Some believe it to be that of the Saljuqi...
The aggregate of engravings and impressions in the rocks of Teimareh, seem to be that of the pre-historic age, due to repetitions, lack of diversity and the kind of impressions. The number of...
This mansion is located in Khomein and from architectural point of view is very important, in addition to being a valuable historical relic. The style of the internal architecture and kind of...
This cave is located in the Shams Abad Mountains, 15 km. to the south of Arak. To the right of the rocky wall of the mountain is the first opening of the cave and the second one exists in the...
This cave is 35 km. to the south west of Arak. From ancient times this cave was a sacred and pilgrimage site for the Zoroastrians and annually many Zoroastrians from all over the country as...
This cave is located in the eastern mountains of the Mahalat township (between Khorheh and Delijan). The inhabitants respect this cave from the religions point of view. Some offer charity and...
The same is one of the archaic mosques of the province, but its date of origin is not specifically known. Due to repeated repairs, it has lost its original architectural effects. But it still...
The same is situated in the Shahvaraq Village, 25 km. south west of Tafresh, and is related to the Safavid peiod. The ceiling of the said structure is adorned with plasterwork of the Safavid...
The said also reputedly known as Imamzadeh Mashad Miqan is one of the famed pilgrimage sites of this province. This tomb is near the village of Mashad Miqan, 12 km. north of Arak. It is a remnant of...
There are several kinds of delicacies in this provinces such as: Omach, Shireh, Toot, Tarkhineh, Ajildar, Shalqam, Aloo, Shole Qalamkar, Balqour, Toe and Reshteh. Kinds of Abgoosht (broth):...
The important handicrafts of this province are: The Sarooq carpets, rugs, Kilims, jajims (a loosely woven woolen material), giveh (a type of local foot ware). The Sarooq carpet is a reputed...
