Jame Mosque of Seifabad

The Jame Mosque of Seifabad is one of the historical and religious monuments of Razavi Khorasan Province. It stands in the village of Seifabad, in the Central District of Bardaskan County. The mosque is a surviving work of the Qajar period and, thanks to its traditional architectural features and valuable religious structure, is considered part of the region's historical heritage. The Jame Mosque of Seifabad was inscribed on the Iran National Heritage List on 17 Mordad 1383 under registration number 11033, and it is a worthwhile historical attraction for those interested in Islamic architecture and old religious buildings.

One of the notable features of this mosque is its columned prayer hall (shabestan), which makes up most of the building's space on the eastern side. The piers of this hall are square in plan, with sides of about 1.5 metres. In the dome chamber, a simple dome rises above the roof of the building, and above the iwan there are two small brick columns that stand in for minarets. The mihrab and the covering beneath the dome are decorated with brickwork in the khofteh-rasteh (laid-flat and upright) style. These details showcase the art of brickwork and the methods of religious architecture of this period. The combination of the columned prayer hall, the iwan and the dome chamber gives the mosque its architectural structure and makes it a remarkable example of the region's historical religious buildings.

To visit the Jame Mosque of Seifabad, head south from the city of Bardaskan and travel about 10 kilometres to reach the village of Seifabad. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit this historical building, as the region's weather is milder. While visiting, travellers can learn about the mosque's architecture and history, and also explore the village atmosphere and nearby attractions. Respecting the sanctity of the religious space, keeping the surroundings peaceful, avoiding any damage to the historical parts and not tampering with the building's decorations and brickwork are important points for a responsible visit to this historical monument.