Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque
مسجد شیخ لطفالله
A small royal mosque on the east side of the square with no minarets; its cream-colored dome has exquisite tile patterns inside, and sunlight creates a peacock-tail effect at its center.
Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque was built between 1603 and 1619 as a private prayer space for the royal court, which is why it has no courtyard or minaret. Its exterior dome is an unusual pale yellow. Inside, a dim corridor leads to the domed chamber, where golden concentric patterns on the inner walls converge toward the center. When sunlight slants in through the small windows, a peacock-display pattern of light appears at the center. The building is small, and about 30 minutes is enough to see it. It requires a ticket and is one of the most popular buildings in Isfahan among photographers.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00 (check on site)
Nearby sights
- Naqsh-e Jahan Square
- Ali Qapu Palace
- Shah Mosque (Imam Mosque)
- Chehel Sotoun
- Grand Bazaar of Isfahan
- Hakim Mosque
- Ali Mosque & Minaret
- Hasht Behesht Palace