Soltanieh Dome
Soltanieh Dome is a huge and magnificent building in Zanjan, Iran, which is known as one of the masterpieces of Islamic architecture. This building was built in 703 AH by the order of Sultan Muhammad Khodabande, the Mughal Ilkhan, and was used as his tomb and his wife, Joghtai Khatun.
Specifications of Soltanieh Dome:
Dome: The Soltanieh dome has the largest brick dome in the world, which is 50 meters in diameter and 48.5 meters above the ground.
Decorations: The inside and outside of the building are decorated with tiles, bricks, and wall paintings.
Usage: In addition to the mausoleum, Soltanieh Dome was also used as a mosque and a school.
The importance of Soltanieh Dome:
Soltanieh dome is of great importance in terms of architecture and art. This building is an outstanding example of Iranian-Islamic architecture and has been registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Soltanieh dome is also important from a historical point of view. This building is a relic of the Mughal patriarchate and provides valuable information about the history and culture of that period.
