Vakil Mosque
مسجد وکیل
The main mosque of the Zand dynasty, famous for its prayer hall with 48 spiral-carved stone columns and rose-patterned tiles.
Vakil Mosque was built in 1751–1773 and, like the bazaar and bathhouse, is part of Karim Khan's city-centre projects. The south prayer hall is supported by 48 spiral columns, each carved from a single stone, with layered light and shadow. The Qajar tiles around the courtyard feature mainly floral motifs such as roses and irises in soft colours, representative of Shiraz's tile style. Foreign visitors must buy a ticket, and women must cover their hair. It is located on the west side of the bazaar.
Opening hours
About 08:00–20:00
Nearby sights
- Vakil Bathhouse
- Saray-e Moshir
- Pars Museum
- Vakil Bazaar
- Arg of Karim Khan
- Khan School
- Shah Cheragh
- Atigh Jame' Mosque