Imam Mosque restoration: tourism ministry forms special committee to correct faults

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be conducted on the UNESCO-registered Imam Mosque of Isfahan.Arrays of faulty tiles, which are now pledged to be replaced with flawless
ones, were revealed earlier this year when scaffolding was partly taken down from the dome of the majestic mosque after years of
Mosque, defects and problems in terms of unevenness were observed in some parts of it, especially in the 15th and 16th sections, and we
promise the people and those interested in a cultural heritage that these issues will be resolved with care, specialized and compassionate
restoration of the 17th-century dome.Mudbrick buildings are generally more sensitive than stone structures, Izadi said
Mosque stands tall at the southern end of UNESCO-registered Naghsh-e Jahan Sq
(Imam Square) in Isfahan, central Iran
polychrome, mostly dark blue, glazed tile revetment above a continuous marble dado
A very scenic huge entrance portal leads visitors to Imam Mosque, whose courtyard walls feature sunken porches framed by seven-colored tiles
of deep blue and yellow
Each iwan leads into a vaulted sanctuary covered with particularly fine floral motifs on a blue background
a work of genius that leaves a lasting impression
This palace of devotion owes its splendor mostly due to being covered with seven-color mosaic tiles and symmetrical calligraphic
inscriptions.Half the world?Soaked in a colorful history, Isfahan was once been a crossroads of international trade and diplomacy in Iran
It is filled with many architectural wonders, such as unmatched Islamic buildings, bazaars, museums, Persian gardens, and tree-lined
boulevards
It's a city for walking, getting lost in its amazing bazaars, dozing in beautiful gardens, and meeting people.Isfahan is renowned not only
is relevant to see half the world
In its heyday, it was also one of the largest cities in the region with a population of nearly one million
The cool blue tiles of Isfahan's Islamic buildings, and the city's majestic bridges, contrast perfectly with the encircling hot, dry Iranian
countryside.Imam Square is hemmed on four sides by magnificent buildings: to the east, the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque; to the west, the palace
Shops offer handicrafts, souvenirs, jewelry, silverware, traditional ceramics, and authentic Persian carpets.Modern Isfahan is now home to
some heavy industry, including steel factories and a nuclear facility on its outskirts
However, its inner core wants to be preserved as a priceless gem
The city is also home to a gigantic, professional, and state-of-the-art healthcare city, which is a major destination in the realm of
medical tourism.AM