Local Music and Dances, Qom

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Local Music and Dances, Qom

The province and city of Qom is the center of religious studies and ceremonies.In religious ceremonies musical expression along with special tune for such ceremonies have been intermingled with religion. Considering the fact that the music of religious ceremonies is reputed as the music for mourning ceremonies, such type of music is usually accompanied with sadness, woeful and tragic feelings and expressions. Therefore they are normally played with instruments such as flute, reed, cymbal and drum. Their basic tune has been influenced by Iranian musical notes and divisions.

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Historical Places, Qom

Fathali Shah Tomb, Qom

The tomb of Fathali Shah is situated to the north of the old courtyard. This vault was repaired in the year 1245 AH., under his instructions. Its dome is an irregular octagon, and during the reign of...

Astaneh Old Sector, Qom

In this quarter or sector of Qom, which is one of the historical localities, the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Ma'soomeh (AS) is located. In the same vicinity there is the large and small cemetery...

Shah Abbas II Tomb, Qom

The said tomb is located to the south west of the shrine, and is spectacular from architectural point of view. An inscription here reveals the date 1077 AH.

Natural Attractions, Qom

Hozeh Soltan Lake, Qom

The said lake covers an area of approximately 2,400 sq.km. and is located to the east of the township of Qom. This lake is reputedly known by the names of Saveh, Qom and Shahi Lake. The length...

Salt Lake, Qom

The said lake is in actual fact a part of the salt desert of Iran and is located to the east of Qom. It is a section of an ancient lake, currently dried up and rich in mineral sedimentation due to...

Religious Places, Qom

Imamzadeh Shah Ebrahim, Qom

This structure is situated in the pastures of Shah Ebrahim, 24 km. from Qom, and the present structure is related to the Safavid age. The dome rises to a height of 7 m. and is adorned with turquoise...

Fatemieh (Khanom) Mosque, Qom

The same is also one of the renounced mosques of Qom, and was established with facilitation by a charitable donor, a highly respected woman whose tomb lies in a special chamber alongside the...

Sheikh Aba Salat Mausoleum, Qom

The same lies to the north east of Qom, and adjoins the former gateway of Ray. The brick made mausoleum is simple in style and a relic of the Safavid era. It is situated in the corner of a...

Art And Cultural Places, Qom

Local Music and Dances, Qom

The province and city of Qom is the center of religious studies and ceremonies.In religious ceremonies musical expression along with special tune for such ceremonies have been intermingled with...

Hazrat Ma'soomeh Holy Shrine Museum, Qom

The above mentioned museum is one of the ancient museums of Iran, and was inaugurated in the year 1925. This museum comprises of two large halls with beautiful tile worked cornices, and the...

Handicrafts and Souvenirs, Qom

In Qom province and more so in its rural areas handicrafts play an important part. Even though today it is to a lesser degree, but is still a means of earning a livelihood. The most important...