Saru Taqi Mosque
Shi'te mosque in Isfahan, Iran
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The Saru Taqi Mosque is a Shi'ite mosque located in the bazaar, near the Hassan Abad Gate, in Esfahan, in the province of Isfahan, Iran. The mosque was completed in 1053 AH (1643/1644 CE), during the Safavid era.[1][2]
| Saru Taqi Mosque | |
|---|---|
Interior of the mosque dome | |
  Location of the mosque in Iran | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Shia Islam |
| Mosque | |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Esfahan, Isfahan Province |
| Country | Iran |
| Coordinates | 32°39′44″N 51°40′48″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Mosque architecture |
| Style | Safivid |
| Completed | 1053 AH (1643/1644 CE) |
| Specifications | |
| Dome | One (maybe more) |
| Materials | Bricks |
Official name | Saru Taqi Mosque |
| Type | Built |
| Designated | 1932 |
| Reference no. | 113 |
Conservation organization | Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran |
Overview
The mosque forms part of the Sarutaqi Complex (Persian: مجموعه بناهای ساروتقی) that comprises a caravanserai, the Bazaar of Saru Taqi, a palace (since destroyed), and square.[3] The mosque was added to the Iran National Heritage List in 1932, administered by the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran.
The mosque and associated complex were named in honour of Saru Taqi, also known as Mirza Muhammad Taqi and Mirza Taqi, one of the most influential 17th-century Safavid politicians, courtiers, and patrons of architecture. The name of "Saru Taqi" and 1053 AH were inscribed on the portal iwan. The exterior of the dome is simple brickwork, and its interior is decorated with beautiful painting and plasterwork. These decorations also covered the surface of the walls, which were plastered in subsequent periods.[3]
