Jameh Atigh Mosque - Shiraz’s Timeless Sanctuary of Stone and Spirit
Step through the ancient gates of Jameh Mosque of Atigh, and you’ll find yourself in the oldest mosque in Shiraz—a sacred space that has stood since 894 CE, whispering tales of dynasties, devotion, and resilience. Built by the Saffarid ruler Amir ibn al-Layth, this mosque was once the spiritual heart of the city, and its architecture reflects centuries of evolution—from Saffarid foundations to Safavid embellishments. The mosque’s four-iwan courtyard, tile-clad iwans, and hypostyle prayer halls are a masterclass in Persian-Islamic design. At its center lies the mysterious Khuda Khaneh—a marble kiosk once used to house sacred Qur’ans, believed to have been visited nightly by the poet Hafez himself.
But this isn’t just a relic—it’s a living monument. Wander through its shabestans (underground chambers), admire the Muqarnas-tiled Imam Gate, and pause at the Nodbeh Wall, where legend says the celestial steed Buraq passed on the Prophet’s night journey. Earthquakes and time have scarred its stones, yet the mosque endures—restored, revered, and still echoing with the quiet footsteps of pilgrims and travelers. Just east of the Shah Cheragh Shrine, this mosque is more than a historical site—it’s a portal into Shiraz’s spiritual soul, where every brick hums with centuries of prayer and poetry.
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Jameh Atigh Mosque
Jameh Atigh Mosque
Visitor Information
- Opening Hours:
- Saturday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Monday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Thursday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Friday: 08:00 – 20:00
- Entrance: Paid
- Cash/Credit Card accepted: Cash
- Region: Fars Province
- City: Shiraz
- Address: Bayat neighborhood of Shiraz and Hazrati Street, Bain Al-Harameen Street
- Postal code: 7153744715
- Phone number: +987137274011
- Is open to public visitors: Yes
