Jameh Mosque of Shahrud

🕰️When was it built?

The mosque is dated to the Ilkhanid through Qajar periods and was nationally listed in 1997 under number 1856. Several restoration phases have taken place since 2006. Brick paving on the eastern roof was completed in August 2022.

🏛️What was it built for?

A main prayer hall is joined by eastern and western halls. These covered spaces served prayer and religious gatherings, while the neighbouring reservoir formed part of the area's infrastructure. The mosque has a single iwan and one prayer niche.

👀What you will see

• Nine domes built of unfired mud brick cover the prayer spaces.
• The main prayer hall and the 2 adjoining halls form the principal covered areas.
• A reservoir stands east of the mosque. Its gateway also received attention during later restoration.

💡Something interesting

Conservation work has included reducing roof loads, repairing the reservoir gateway, and applying traditional clay-based coatings to walls. In a building with mud-brick roofing, managing the roof and moisture is a major part of care, even when it is less obvious from the overall view.

🎒Good to know before you go

• Ask permission to visit the prayer halls and preserve the peace of worship during prayers.
• Do not climb onto the roof or old architectural elements, or enter the reservoir or closed areas.