Tourist attractions of Semnan
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Jameh Mosque of Semnan
Address:
Emam Khomeini street, Semnan, Iran
Visiting time:
Morning until Night
Entrance fee(Iranian):
Free
Intrance fee(Foreigners):
Free
About: Jameh Mosque of Semnan
Jameh Mosque of Semnan is a valuable ancient monument in Semnan. This mosque has undergone many changes over time. According to historical texts, this monument goes back to Century 3 AH, and it was expanded in Seljuk, Ilkhanid, and Timurid periods. It is believed that this mosque was built on the ruins of a fire temple in first century AH. The atchitecture of this monument follows Azeri style. Jameh Mosque of Semnan was registered in the list of Iran's National Heritage 1931 under the registration number of 163.
On the northeastersn side of the mosque, there is a minaret on whose brick body an inscription is written in Kufic script. Due to the minaret's importance, it has been registered under a separate registration number.
General Specifications
Name
Jameh Mosque of Semnan
Age
Third century hijri
Architectural style
Azerbaijani style
Special features
The minaret of the mosque has special significance.
Suggestions
Nearest tourist attractions
Bazaar of Semnan
Access route
Address
Emam Khomeini street, Semnan, Iran
Facilities
Access to vehicles
Residence
Restaurant
Buffet
Network coverage
Jameh Mosque of Semnan
