One thing that I found particularly amazing was the way the dome was acoustically engineered. There is a small square directly under the pinnacle of the dome. When you stand on this square and talk there is an echo that will echo several times. If you step more than 30 centimetres off the square there is no more echo. I was pretty amused by this maybe annoyingly so for some others.
Apparently the dome is symmetrically and mathematically perfect. Meaning that every opposing point was identical. I had no real way of proving this one way or the other but it was crazy to think about considering the size.
Personally I could not comprehend what was going on with the construction. The precision and perfection of such complicated shapes and the sheer magnitude had me mind blown. That is before you even take into account the colours, paintwork and the amount of tiles that have gone into it.
The square in the centre of the floor is the square you stand on for the acoustics.
Unfortunately there was something being constructed around the entrance for an upcoming festival so I could not get a perfect view but once inside I was in awe.
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Beautiful photos! Recently I’ve become increasingly interested in visiting Iran. I realized how little I know about it and it seems under-represented in tourist magazines and blogs. It’s a shame because just from your write-up of this one mosque, it’s exquisite. I would love to see the tiled ceiling up close.
View CommentWow I have always wanted to visit a Mosque! It looks very well kept and super colorful!
View CommentI’ve seen many mosques in several countries. This one however has to be the most beautiful one with its intricate details! Seems like you feel that way too… The acoustical engineering sounds interesting as well!
View CommentWow, those are some gorgeous photos. It’s amazing how detailed the patterns are. When I read that the dome was symmetrical you blew my mind. I could not imagine creating something so large and complex while also ensuring that its essentially perfect.
View CommentI think it’s one of the most complicated artworks I’ve never seen in architecture. Only designing it must be a headache, I can’t even imagine how that should be when the actually built it. And how many shouts to the workers because they were imprecise 😀
View CommentThese pictures are amazing! I love the angles you captured. The tiles inside and out of this structure are beautiful. I would definitely like to visit this and see it for myself. You are a great photographer.
View CommentThe photos of the Dome are so gorgeous. It looks like they must have spent many years building this mosque. The artwork is so intricate and I would love to stand there once to hear my echo one day.
View CommentThis is absolutely unbelievably beautiful, and your pictures are amazing too! Isfahan has been in my dreams for long…
By the way, is the mosque accessible to all? Is there an entry fee as well?
View CommentYeah man it is accessible to everyone. There was a small fee but it was almost nothing. There was a small entry fee to a lot of the main places but again it was so super inexpensive and so worth it!
View CommentWow, those pictures of the interior of the mosque are awe-inspiring, These architectural wonders of the past are really worth a marvel. The painting on the dome is so immaculate and fine looks incredible. And the acoustic features of the dome is intriguing and fascinating at the same time.
View CommentBuildings with so much decorative futures sure are impressive. Would be interesting to know how they succeeded with painting all those not easy to reach areas. Not to mention the time it must have taken. 🙂
View CommentThe details of the mosaics are so pretty and it must have taken ages for them to be completed. The mosque is so large but so well maintained, the garden in front gives it a very nice touch, something different than I’ve seen at other mosques. You have captured the mosque really well in your photos.
View CommentSuch an incredible architecture! The mosaic is truly magnificent 🙂 I would love to visit Iran, it seems to be a fantastic country to visit!
View CommentMagnificent artistry. Whoever did that must have really strained his back and his eyes. Not everyone wants to go to Iran but surely it has many things to see.
View CommentWhat a stunning built. The detail and precision that has gone into it is incredible. I can only imagine how fascinating it must have been to see it up close. It’s a shame there was construction work during your visit but thankfully it doesn’t seem to have influenced your visit too much.
View CommentIt does look beautiful with all the mosaic works. It would be interesting to go back in time and see how they planned the whole construction of the Mosque. That’s neat that you can hear the echo in one specific part of the room.
View CommentI am stunned by the pictures, never seen such decorated ceilings. Very attractive color combinations and fine designs. Iran is still a dream, hope it materializes.
View CommentI had not heard about this Mosque. It looks so magnificent. The intricate design inside the dome is so colourful and exquisite. A tribute to the artists who must have toiled to creats such a masterpiece.
View CommentWow, I’ve never heard of Isfahan, but this Mosque seems like a good reason to visit it. The architecture, the colors, the precision, all those elements make it very appealing. Are there any other attractions worth visiting in the city? I would love to hear about them.
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