Jameh Mosque of Isfahan (Atiq)

The Jameh Mosque of Isfahan (Atiq), also known as the Isfahan Grand Mosque and the Friday Mosque, is one of the most important historical monuments in the city of Isfahan. Located in the Shahshahan district, on Abdolrazzaq Street and beside the Stonecutters' Bazaar, it is one of the oldest mosques in Iran and reflects the evolution of Islamic architecture over many centuries.

Over the course of history, including the Buyid, Seljuk and Safavid periods, the Jameh Mosque of Isfahan underwent numerous changes and additions. Covering an area of about 140 by 170 metres, the mosque includes a variety of sections: prayer halls (shabestans), the Muzaffari Madrasa, a four-iwan courtyard, the small suffas (raised platforms) of the Daylamid period, the Nizam al-Mulk and Taj al-Mulk domes, the Oljaitu Mihrab, and four iwans known as Saheb, Ostad, Shagerd and Darvish.

To reach the Jameh Mosque, you can take the metro to Shohada Square Station, which is the closest station to the mosque and is a short walk away. Visiting the mosque during the day is free for the public, and the best time to visit this historic building is spring, when the weather is pleasant and the area around the mosque offers a good opportunity for a stroll and a cultural experience. Practising responsible tourism, including not touching the historic structures and not leaving litter, is essential for preserving this valuable heritage.