Nasir Al-Molk Mosque is the most beautiful mosque in Shiraz

Nasir Al-Molk Mosque is one of the old mosques in Shiraz, which is located in the Good Arab neighborhood, south of Lotfali Khan Zand Street, near the Shah Cheragh Imamzadeh. The mosque, which is perhaps the most beautiful mosque in Shiraz and watching it with its stained glass, tall arches and beautiful tiles, is one of the dreams of every tourist.

Nasir Al-Molk Mosque is one of the most beautiful mosques in Iran in terms of tiling and Mogharnas work. The mosque has a large courtyard on the north side. At the entrance, there is a large arched façade, the roof of which is decorated with colorful tiles. The mosque has two east and west naves.

The use of stained glass has been common in the interior design of Iranian architecture as well as in churches. But perhaps the use of this unique beauty in mosques may seem a little strange.

Shiraz's Nasir al-Molk Mosque is one of the few mosques in the world whose impressive interior design with stained glass has made it an admirable work of art. The sunlight from the colored glass of this mosque is reflected on the engravings on the walls and the designs on it, or they shine on the carpet on the floor of the mosque. The passage of sunlight through the stained glass and the combination of their colors has created a world of color in the mosque.

The main courtyard of Nasir Al-Molk Mosque in Shiraz

To reach the main courtyard of Nasir al-Molk Mosque, you have to cross a 20-meter corridor. In the hallway of the mosque, you will watch beautiful designs engraved on the wall for a while; these roles will enchant you. The use of seven-color tiles and Chinese knot tiles doubles the beauty of Nasir al-Molk Mosque.

History of Nasir Al-Molk Mosque in Shiraz

Nasir Al-Molk Mosque, located in Shiraz, belongs to the Qajar period. The construction of this beautiful mosque was started by two of the best Iranian architects, Professor Mirza Hassan Memar and Mirza Reza Kashi Paz Shirazi by the order of Haj Hassan Ali Khan, the ruler of Shiraz at the time and the third son of Haj Ghavam Al-Molk Shirazi in 1255. The construction of this mosque It took 12 years.

Towards the end of his life, Haj Hassan Ali Khan decided to erect a mosque in Shiraz, so he ordered the construction of the Nasir al-Mulk Mosque.

Pearl porch

The mosque has two porches on the north and south sides, which are located right in front of each other. The two porches are decorated with delicate moqarnas and Islamic designs.

The most beautiful part of Nasir Al-Molk Mosque is the Pearl Porch. This mesmerizing porch, located on the north nave, has the most beautiful decorations in the mosque. The use of turquoise monochrome tiles and carved stone pillars engraved on the wall with seven-color patterns and special twists and turns has made this part of the mosque the most beautiful part in terms of architecture and designs used. To dedicate to himself.

The Pearl Porch used to be known as the Pen Pen Porch in the distant past, but now it has taken the name of the Pearl, and the reason for this naming is the indentation created in the arches of the north porch. It should be noted that the perforation of the oyster in which the pearl is placed is called the pen bowl.

To see the mosque of colors, you have to go to Ishaq Beyk neighborhood on Lotfali Khan Zand Street in Shiraz and enjoy its indescribable beauty.

Porch of Nasir Al-Molk Mosque in Shiraz

Iranian architects use all kinds of forces to enter the building and the building to stand against them. Like compressive forces, they say bending and bending (John Gadaz) because they are not visible. But the parts of the building that are built to counter and direct these forces to the ground, such as the coils, are called tweezers and., Which can be seen (molten body). They have the same meaning in Persian culture and literature (John Watten). The soul means the soul and the unseen part of human existence.

Where is the Pink Mosque?

This is the pinkest mosque in the world! This beautiful rainbow mosque is a gift to those who wake up early in the morning and visit it.

Pink Mosque of Iran!

"Nasir al-Molk (Iran's Pink Mosque) is like watching from inside a beautiful place."

The Huffington Post reported that the beauty of this historical and religious monument in Shiraz is unparalleled.

Shiraz Nasir Al-Molk Mosque

When the sun shines on the colored glass of the mosque, the play of color and light begins.

From the outside, when you look at the facade of the mosque, you may not see anything but an ordinary religious building at first glance, but the truth is that a world of color is hidden in the heart of Nasir al-Molk. From the threshold of the main door of the mosque, when you enter, you will see a relatively large pool, which is decorated with geranium pots in the warmer seasons of the year, such as spring and summer.