masjed e jamé
states: [iran]
category: cultural
year: 2012
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 32.6697222222, 51.6852777778
last visited: 2008
unesco id: 1397
world heritage site: 1397
The Masjed-e Jāmé of Isfahan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Iran, is an architectural masterpiece showcasing the evolution of Persian mosque design. This grand congregational mosque features intricate tilework, soaring domes, and expansive courtyards, reflecting centuries of Islamic art and engineering from the 8th to the 17th centuries. Renowned for its historical and cultural value, it stands as a testament to the ingenuity and aesthetic brilliance of its builders.
