View this post on Instagram Agha-bozorg mosque and theological school is located in Kashan which was built in the late 18 century. It was constructed for prayers, preaching and teaching sessions held by Molla Mahdi Naraghi II(Scientist, Shiite jurisprudent, writer and poet who was living during the 18century). His brother Mulla Ahmad Naraqi(known az Agha-bozorg) is well known for rallying the Iranian forces against the Russian invasion of northern Iran and declaring "jihad" or "holy war" against the invading Russians. The mosque is famous to be "the finest Islamic complex in Kashan and one of the best of the mid-19th century".It has a courtyard in from and behind the mosque. There is also an underground level, where the praying ceremony probably used to take place. The beautiful dome is flanked by amazing minarets adorned with colourful tiles arranged in some geometric shapes. Its central courtyard and pool in the middle are a good example of Persian architecture. The interesting combination of mosque and madrassa (school) is really wonderful and well constructed as its courtyard is surrounded by students’ rooms.there are numerous parts inside this mosque which are eye-catching and attractive to take photos. A post shared by see "true" iran (@see_true_iran) on Jun 23, 2019 at 6:14am PDT
