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Imam Khomeini (Soltani) Mosque, Tehran

Saturday, 05 January 2008 11:08 administrator
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This mosque is located at the end of Naser Khosrow avenue near the Tehran Bazaar. the Shah or Sultani Mosque dates back to the reign of Fathali Shah Qajar and during the reign of Naseredin Shah the two current minarets were added to the structure. This mosque proves to be a great piece of architecture and beauty due its vast courtyard, beautiful Shabestans (or nocturnal areas), the giant tile worked dome and interesting arches and entrances.  
 

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