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Goharshad Mosque Architectural Overview

Goharshad Mosque is a 15th century mosque located in Mashhad, Iran within the Imam Reza Shrine complex. It was commissioned by Goharshad, the wife of Timurid ruler Shahrukh, and built by the architect Ghavameddin Shirazi. The mosque has intricate tilework and is considered one of the most beautiful examples of Timurid architecture. It remains an important pilgrimage site that attracts millions of visitors each year to see its ornate interior decorations and dome.

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Goharshad Mosque Architectural Overview

Goharshad Mosque is a 15th century mosque located in Mashhad, Iran within the Imam Reza Shrine complex. It was commissioned by Goharshad, the wife of Timurid ruler Shahrukh, and built by the architect Ghavameddin Shirazi. The mosque has intricate tilework and is considered one of the most beautiful examples of Timurid architecture. It remains an important pilgrimage site that attracts millions of visitors each year to see its ornate interior decorations and dome.

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