subject: Visit Nasir Ol Molk Mosque During Your Trip To Shiraz [print this page] Among the old mosques worth visiting in Iran is the Nasir Ol Molk Mosque in Shiraz. While there are many beautiful and breath taking monuments in the country, yet this particular mosque in Shiraz has its own importance. It is situated in Goade-e-Araban place, very near to the Shah Cheragh mausoleum. It was built in honor of Mirza Hasan Ali Nasir ol Molk, who was like a lord in the Qajar dynasty. The mosque was started in 1876 and completed in 1888. If you go down Lotfali Khan-e-Zand street, you cannot miss seeing the mosque.
Admire the Beauty
One reason why this mosque is worth visiting on your trip to Shiraz is to see the magnificent color spectrum which is resplendent on the beautifully tiled floors through the stained glass windows in the morning. You are sure to be amazed by the gorgeous use of colors and intricate craftsmanship in making up the inside of the domes, columns, walls and floors of the mosque. The prayer hall in huge and is still in use today. Several people feel awed and privileged to offer prayers in this mosque even today.
Preserve the Relic
You can witness the beauty of this structure from the exterior itself. The Nasir Ol Molk Endowment Foundation is taking steps to seriously preserve the exquisite artwork in the mosque and the restoration and maintenance is still in progress. Once you are in this mosque, you cannot help clicking photos of the vision all around you. The architecture and the magnificent tile work is a reminder of the art and culture existing during the rule of the Qajar dynasty.
Have Fun in the City
This mosque is one of the major attractions which you will find on your trip to Shiraz. The city itself has been a hub of Persian culture for more than 2000 years. Many Iranians take a pilgrimage every year to this cultural center to visit the beautiful mosques in this city. Besides the mosques, there are many parks and gardens in this place. Shiraz is also famous for its magnificent examples of Persian garden planning. TO pay a visit to such awesome places, make sure you visit Eram garden, Afifabad garden and Narenjestan.
by: Rahman Mehraby
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