Iranian Mosque, Bur Dubai
| Iranian Mosque | |
|---|---|
| المسجد الشيعي الإيراني | |
 Exterior of the Iranian Mosque | |
| Basic information | |
| Location | Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Geographic coordinates | 25°15′49.4″N 55°17′38.8″E / 25.263722°N 55.294111°E |
| Affiliation | Shia Islam |
| Architectural description | |
| Architectural type | Mosque |
| Architectural style | Persian |
The Iranian Mosque[lower-alpha 1] (also known as the Ali ibn Abi Talib Iranian Mosque) is a Shia mosque located near the old Textile Souk in the Bur Dubai district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.[1]
Architecture
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Front view of the mosque
The mosque is inspired by Persian architecture and is notable for its colourful exterior and interior. It features a facade and onion dome marked with extensive Persian faience tilework, and an azure blue background featured in floral patterns.[2] Islamic calligraphy from the Quran is inscribed in rosettes, amidst swirls in colours of green, yellow, red and white. The mosque has its origins among the city's Iranian community.[2]
There is another Iranian Mosque in Satwa inspired by similar elements.[2]
See also
Notes
References
- ↑ "Bur Dubai, Textile Souk, outside Iranian Mosque". Dubai360. Retrieved 1 July 2015.
- 1 2 3 Thomas, Gavin (2003). Frommer's Dubai and Abu Dhabi Day by Day. John Wiley & Sons. p. 43. ISBN 9780470684597. Retrieved 2 July 2015.
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