Mosques which are of great value to Iranians are considered as one of the most important elements of Islamic architecture. All over Iran, there are many mosques that have survived from various historical periods. Damghan is one of the historical cities in the province of Semnan which with its unique monuments has become one of the tourism destination in Iran. There are some old and unique mosques in Damghan from ancient times. Tarikhaneh Mosque in Damghan is considered to be the first mosque in Iran, built in Khorasani style. On Motahari Street in Damghan, the smallest mosque of the Ilkhanid period remains. In the construction of this mosque, they used materials such as brick and covered the facade with thatch. Shokrolah Mosque in Damghan is constructed in an area of about 100 square meters with a square plan and a dome-shaped roof. In the stem of the dome, there are 8 small windows made of plaster. You have to bend to enter the mosque because the northern door is very short. The unique feature of Shokrolah Mosque is the existence of two altars. The effects of gilding and tile decoration are observed inside the mosque. According to the available evidence, other parts of the Shokrolah Mosque which had been destroyed in the past has now been repaired. Travel to Iran and explore the majesty of Iranian historic mosques on magic journeys by Alaedin Travel. Visit www.alaedin.travel
