🕌 Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
Iran
About This Sacred Site
The Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque on Isfahan's Naqsh-e Jahan Square is considered one of the architectural masterpieces of the Islamic world. Built between 1603 and 1619 during the Safavid dynasty, it was intended as a private mosque for the royal court. The mosque is notable for its lack of minarets and its stunning dome that changes color from cream to pink depending on the sunlight. The interior features intricate geometric tile patterns that are regarded as among the finest in Islamic art.
Key Facts
- •Built between 1603 and 1619 by Shah Abbas I
- •The dome changes color from cream to pink throughout the day
- •Unusually has no minarets as it was a private royal mosque
- •Named after the father-in-law of Shah Abbas I
- •The tilework features a peacock design visible from inside the dome
Location
Coordinates: 32.6575, 51.6778
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