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Agha Bozorg Mosque and School
in Kashan City

Aqa-Bozorg Mosque or Madrese-ye AghaBozorg is an ancient structure with four porches and a beautiful dome and two tile worked minarets. Its courtyard and chambers that are on a lower ... MORE

Aqa-Bozorg Mosque or Madrese-ye AghaBozorg is an ancient structure with four porches and a beautiful dome and two tile worked minarets. Located in Kashan (Isfahan Province)

Ferdows Religious School (Madreseh Oliya)
in Ferdows City

Ferdows Religious School (Madreseh Oliya)

city: Ferdows

Ferdows Religious School (Madreseh Elmiyeh Oliya or Mardeseh-e Olya) is a historic school with octagonal design, located in the southwest of Ferdows city, in the center of the ancient ... MORE

Ferdows Religious School (Mardeseh-e Olya) is a historic school with octagonal design, located in the southwest of Ferdows city, in the center of the ancient city of Toon, in South Khorasan province, Iran.

Dar ul-Funun School
in Tehran City

Dar ul-Funun School

city: Tehran

Darulfonoun School (Dar ul-Funun) is the name of an old school located on Naser Khosrow Street in Tehran by Amir Kabir (1807-1852), the prime minister of Qajar monarch Nasser-al Din ... MORE

Dar ul-Funun School (a polytechnic), established in 1851, was the first modern university and modern institution of higher learning which marked the beginning of modern education in Iran.

Khan Theological School
in Yazd City

Khan Theological School

city: Yazd

Khan School in Yazd comprises of a large and a small school. The small school has been built by Mohammad Taqi Khan son of Mirza Mohammad Baqer Bafqi known as great Khan who was progenitor ... MORE

Khan School in Yazd comprises of a large and a small school. The small school has been built by Mohammad Taqi Khan son of Mirza Mohammad Baqer Bafqi known as great Khan who was progenitor of a dynasty named Khavanin-e-Yazd (The Khans of Yazd). Ali-Naqi Khan son of Mohammad Taqi Khan has established ...

Khan School Shiraz
in Shiraz City

Khan School Shiraz

city: Shiraz

Khan School monument is situated in Shiraz city. This building was constructed in the early 18 century AD, by the governor of Shiraz at the time "Allah Verdi Khan" and his son "Imam ... MORE

At the center of Shiraz, lies an old school that once was one of the biggest study centers of Iran. Having been founded in the early 18 century AD, by the governor of Shiraz at the time, Allaah Verdi Khan and with the support of Shah Abbas, the Safavid king, was once among the scholastic centers where Shiite Fiqh was taught and, owing to his renowned master, Mulla Sadra, the Iranian philosopher, was then highly recognized.

Ebrahim Khan School
in Kerman City

Ebrahim Khan School

city: Kerman

Ebrahim Khan School belongs to the Sheikhiyeh Sect and comprises of sections such as the class rooms, library, mosque, utility rooms etc. The main structure has a hall, altar, porches ... MORE

Ebrahim Khan School belongs to the Sheikhiyeh Sect and comprises of sections such as the class rooms, library, mosque, utility rooms etc. The main structure has a hall, altar, porches and cubicles alongside. Internally, the structure has been adorned with tile work in seven colors with flower patterns, ...

Agha Baba Khan School
in Shiraz City

Agha Baba Khan School

city: Shiraz

Aqa Babakhan School (Also known as Sardar or Vakil School) in Shiraz Dating back to the Qajar period is near the Vakil Bazaar and Jame Mosque. This Historical school belongs to the ... MORE

Aqa Babakhan School (Also known as Sardar or Vakil School) in Shiraz Dating back to the Qajar period is near the Vakil Bazaar and Jame Mosque. This Historical school belongs to the Karim Khan Zand period. The construction of building was begun by haji Mohammad Hossein Khan and finally in 1862, the ...

Domenareh Golshan School
in Tabas City

Domenareh Golshan School

city: Tabas

Domenareh Golshan (Two Minarets School) was a historical School dates back to the 5th century AH (Saljuqi period). The minarets of this building are made of brick and delicately taper ... MORE

Domenareh Golshan (Two Minarets School) was a historical School dates back to the 5th century AH (Saljuqi period). The minarets of this building are made of brick and delicately taper towards the top. Inscription on tiles (blue in color) are seen on the limits of these minarets. After the earthquake ...

Khargerd Ghiasieh School (Mosque)
in Khaaf City

Khargerd Ghiasieh School (Mosque)

city: Khaaf

The Ghiasieh School (Khargerd Historicalm School or Ghiasieh Shahrokh Mosque) dates back to the 9th century AH and is located in the village of Khargard (Kharguerd village) near Khaaf ... MORE

The Ghiasieh School is a distinct historic building in northeastern Iran which flourished in the 14th century CE as one of the best universities in the world of Islam.

Sheikholeslam Mosque and School
in Qazvin City

Sheikholeslam Mosque and School

city: Qazvin

Sheikholeslam Mosque and Historical School (also known as Masoudieh Mosque) is situated in the Shohada Avenue of Qazvin. It was constructed under the orders of one of the Turkaman ... MORE

Sheikholeslam Mosque and Historical School (also known as Masoudieh Mosque) is situated in the Shohada Avenue of Qazvin. It was constructed under the orders of one of the Turkaman chieftains named as, Amir Aqasi. This structure was renovated in the year 1321 AH. and was converted into a mosque and ...

Sepahsalar Mosque
in Tehran City

Sepahsalar Mosque

city: Tehran

This relic of the 13th century AH. is located in Mostafa Khomeini Avenue. The founders of this mosque were Haj Mirza Hassan Khan Sepahsalar (Chancellor of Naseradin Shah Qajar) and ... MORE

This relic of the 13th century AH. is located in Mostafa Khomeini Avenue. The founders of this mosque were Haj Mirza Hassan Khan Sepahsalar (Chancellor of Naseradin Shah Qajar) and his brother Moshirodoleh. The school is 62m. in length and 61 m. in width and has 60 chambers. The dome is 37 m. high. ...

Shapour School
in Rasht City

Shapour School

city: Rasht

The above mentioned is one of the primary structures of the early Pahlavi period. It is located en route from Rasht to Anzali, and is the first school building in Gilan which is constructed ... MORE

The above mentioned is one of the primary structures of the early Pahlavi period. It is located en route from Rasht to Anzali, and is the first school building in Gilan which is constructed on modern lines. The same is on national record. There is also another ancient school by the name of Shaheed Beheshti ...

Marvy Edifice and School
in Tehran City

Marvy Edifice and School

city: Tehran

The Fakhriyeh or Marvy School was constructed in 13th century AH. by Fakhrodowleh by the orders of Fathali Shah Qajar. This edifice is composed of a tall gate way, courtyard, chambers ... MORE

The Fakhriyeh or Marvy School was constructed in 13th century AH. by Fakhrodowleh by the orders of Fathali Shah Qajar. This edifice is composed of a tall gate way, courtyard, chambers and several porticos adorned with sun baked brick work.

Jahangir Khan School
in Qom City

Jahangir Khan School

city: Qom

The same is located in the eastern section of the city, and is a school of the Safavid era. The structure went under repair during the Qajar period, thence it came to be known by the ... MORE

The same is located in the eastern section of the city, and is a school of the Safavid era. The structure went under repair during the Qajar period, thence it came to be known by the same name. Though this school is small, it is one of the reputed schools of Qom, nurturing many learned scholars from ...

Feizieh Religious Science School
in Qom City

Feizieh Religious Science School

city: Qom

The said is one of the famous centers of theology related to the Shiite sect. This school took the place of the already established 'Astaneh School' in the mid 13th century, the same ... MORE

The said is one of the famous centers of theology related to the Shiite sect. This school took the place of the already established 'Astaneh School' in the mid 13th century, the same was founded in the Safavid era. The school has four porches and is a double storeyed structure with 40 chambers on the ...

Sepahdari School
in Araak (Arak) City

Sepahdari School

city: Araak (Arak)

The same is a structure of the Qajar period, and the date of its construction coincides with that of bazaar under the orders of Sepahdar A'zam. This school was converted into the first ... MORE

The same is a structure of the Qajar period, and the date of its construction coincides with that of bazaar under the orders of Sepahdar A'zam. This school was converted into the first school of religious sciences in this city. Imam Khomeini and Ayatollah Golpayegani were educated here. The mode of ...

Shahid Motahari Mosque and School
in Tehran City

Shahid Motahari Mosque and School

city: Tehran

This relic of the 13th century AH. is located in Mostafa Khomeini Avenue. The founders of this mosque were Haj Mirza Hassan Khan Sepahsalar (Chancellor of Naseradin Shah Qajar) and ... MORE

This relic of the 13th century AH. is located in Mostafa Khomeini Avenue. The founders of this mosque were Haj Mirza Hassan Khan Sepahsalar (Chancellor of Naseradin Shah Qajar) and his brother Moshirodoleh. The school is 62m. in length and 61 m. in width and has 60 chambers. The dome is 37 m. high. ...

Chahar Baq (Soltani) School
in Isfahan City

Chahar Baq (Soltani) School

city: Isfahan

This school was constructed for theological studies, late in the reign of Shah Soltan Hossain Safavid in the years 1116-1126 AH. The artistic work on its dome is of tiles and the majestic ... MORE

This school was constructed for theological studies, late in the reign of Shah Soltan Hossain Safavid in the years 1116-1126 AH. The artistic work on its dome is of tiles and the majestic entrance door is a matchless work of art, adorned with gold and silver.

Ganj Ali Khan School
in Kerman City

Ganj Ali Khan School

city: Kerman

This structure is located in the Ganj Ali Khan sq. in Kerman, and was a reputed school in the past. Later, it was converted into a caravansary. On an epigraph affixed to the entrance, ... MORE

This structure is located in the Ganj Ali Khan sq. in Kerman, and was a reputed school in the past. Later, it was converted into a caravansary. On an epigraph affixed to the entrance, the date 1007 AH. (coinciding with 1598 AD) can be observed. Its architect was Mohammad Sultani Yazdi, and its beautifully ...

Molla Abdollah School
in Isfahan City

Molla Abdollah School

city: Isfahan

The same is located in the bazaar of Esfahan, and was a premises for prayer and theological studies by reputed clergies, named as, 'Molla Abdollah Shooshtari', during the reign of ... MORE

The same is located in the bazaar of Esfahan, and was a premises for prayer and theological studies by reputed clergies, named as, 'Molla Abdollah Shooshtari', during the reign of Shah Abbas I.

Other Old Schools
in Isfahan City

Other Old Schools

city: Isfahan

These are the following: Baba Qasem, Jaddeh, Mirza Hossain, Kaseh Garan, Nimavard, Jalaliyeh, Shams Abad and the Bozorg Sadr School in Esfahan. The Alavi and Khansar Schools are other ... MORE

These are the following: Baba Qasem, Jaddeh, Mirza Hossain, Kaseh Garan, Nimavard, Jalaliyeh, Shams Abad and the Bozorg Sadr School in Esfahan. The Alavi and Khansar Schools are other ancient schools of the province.

Qiasieh Religious Science School
in Qom City

Qiasieh Religious Science School

city: Qom

The above mentioned school is located near the old square of the city, and due to the renovation and development of the city, is situated in Azar Avenue. The structure of this school ... MORE

The above mentioned school is located near the old square of the city, and due to the renovation and development of the city, is situated in Azar Avenue. The structure of this school is related to the early mid 9th century (830 AH.). The facade of this structure stands to an elevation of 12 m. flanked ...

Razavieh School
in Qom City

Razavieh School

city: Qom

According to historical facts, the same was the lodging of the 8th Imam of the Shiites during the presence of His Holiness to the city of Qom. The area near this vicinity is famously ... MORE

According to historical facts, the same was the lodging of the 8th Imam of the Shiites during the presence of His Holiness to the city of Qom. The area near this vicinity is famously known as the Shah-e-Khorassan locality. On the premises of this school is a well which it is said that the 8th Imam (AS) ...

Seateh School
in Qom City

Seateh School

city: Qom

According to a historical narration, this structure was used as a place for religious practices and prayers by Hazrat Ma'soomeh (AS) during her presence in the city of Qom. In this ... MORE

According to a historical narration, this structure was used as a place for religious practices and prayers by Hazrat Ma'soomeh (AS) during her presence in the city of Qom. In this sacred vicinity a beautiful mosque and chambers for novices have been built. The same has been adorned with beautiful mirror ...

Mirza Jafar School
in Mashhad City

Mirza Jafar School

city: Mashhad

This school is one of the ancient and largest schools of Mashad. It was constructed by Mirza Jaffar Nami. In the year 1285 AH under the orders of Zahiraldowleh the governor of the ... MORE

This school is one of the ancient and largest schools of Mashad. It was constructed by Mirza Jaffar Nami. In the year 1285 AH under the orders of Zahiraldowleh the governor of the province it was repaired and reconstructed.

Navab School
in Mashhad City

Navab School

city: Mashhad

This school is located in Olya Avenue in Mashad and dates back to the reign of Shah Soleiman Safavid. Abu Saleh Razavi, one of the renowned personalities of Mashad has been responsible ... MORE

This school is located in Olya Avenue in Mashad and dates back to the reign of Shah Soleiman Safavid. Abu Saleh Razavi, one of the renowned personalities of Mashad has been responsible for the innovation of this construction. Furthermore, he was known as Navab, hence the name of the building.

Parizad School
in Mashhad City

Parizad School

city: Mashhad

When Goharshad, the spouse of Shahrokh Mirza, was busy builting the Goharshad Mosque in Mashad, her female slave "Parizad" constructed a school beside this mosque. This school was ... MORE

When Goharshad, the spouse of Shahrokh Mirza, was busy builting the Goharshad Mosque in Mashad, her female slave "Parizad" constructed a school beside this mosque. This school was repaired in the year 1091 by Najaf Qoli Khan Beglarbeigi Qandehar.

Shahabeddin Qasem Taraz School
in Yazd City

Shahabeddin Qasem Taraz School

city: Yazd

This school was constructed by Shahabeddin Qasem Toraz and dates back to the 8th century AH. From the many ancient relics of the school only the north facade has survived. In place ... MORE

This school was constructed by Shahabeddin Qasem Toraz and dates back to the 8th century AH. From the many ancient relics of the school only the north facade has survived. In place of the former school a mosque has been constructed and has six old inscriptions.

Other Old Schools
in Kerman City

Other Old Schools

city: Kerman

The Shafi'iyeh school and the Heyati school of Kerman are worth mentioning. MORE

The Shafi'iyeh school and the Heyati school of Kerman are worth mentioning.

Fasihieh School
in Sabzevar City

Fasihieh School

city: Sabzevar

This school was founded by Haj Abdolsane' Sabzevari, the costruction of which was completed in the year 1326 AH. The school had 36 rooms where scholars were occupied (mainly clergies). ... MORE

This school was founded by Haj Abdolsane' Sabzevari, the costruction of which was completed in the year 1326 AH. The school had 36 rooms where scholars were occupied (mainly clergies). Haj Molla Hadi Sabzevari was one of the greatest philosophers who have taught in this school.

Haj Fath Ali Beig (Pamenar) School
in Semnan City

Haj Fath Ali Beig (Pamenar) School

city: Semnan

The same is located in the Qeysariyeh locality, opposite the northern entrance of the Jame' Mosque. This structure was constructed in the year 1118 AH. by Haj Fath Ali Beig Qajar, ... MORE

The same is located in the Qeysariyeh locality, opposite the northern entrance of the Jame' Mosque. This structure was constructed in the year 1118 AH. by Haj Fath Ali Beig Qajar, during the reign of Shah Soltan Hossain Safavid.

Elmieh (Imamieh) School
in Shahr-e-Kord City

Elmieh (Imamieh) School

city: Shahr-e-Kord

This school has a fascinating structure and has been built at ruins of Timcheh Armenaye Katkhoda, by the Late Mir Sayed Mohammad who was the Friday Prayer Leader of Shahr-e-Kord. This ... MORE

This school has a fascinating structure and has been built at ruins of Timcheh Armenaye Katkhoda, by the Late Mir Sayed Mohammad who was the Friday Prayer Leader of Shahr-e-Kord. This structure has many chambers besides a relatively large courtyard.

Other Old Schools
in Shahrood City

Other Old Schools

city: Shahrood

These are named as, Shahrokhiyeh Bastam School in Shahrood, Sadeq Khan School in Semnan, Motalib Khan School and Moosavieh School in the city of Damqan. MORE

These are named as, Shahrokhiyeh Bastam School in Shahrood, Sadeq Khan School in Semnan, Motalib Khan School and Moosavieh School in the city of Damqan.

Bazaar School
in Shahrood City

Bazaar School

city: Shahrood

The same has been constructed in the year 1206 AH. and is built of sun baked bricks. The structure is rectangular in shape and on all four sides are chambers, four of which are in ... MORE

The same has been constructed in the year 1206 AH. and is built of sun baked bricks. The structure is rectangular in shape and on all four sides are chambers, four of which are in use of the clergy who are under tutorial here. There is a pool with a covered roof in the center of the premises.

Salehiyeh School and Mosque
in Qazvin City

Salehiyeh School and Mosque

city: Qazvin

The same is located in the Mowlavi Avenue of Qazvin. In the southern section of the structure are sash windows overlooking the courtyard of the school. The structure of the mosque ... MORE

The same is located in the Mowlavi Avenue of Qazvin. In the southern section of the structure are sash windows overlooking the courtyard of the school. The structure of the mosque is of brick and its ceiling is covered by brick arches, painted white. The school is a two storeyed structure with chambers ...

Sardar School and Mosque
in Qazvin City

Sardar School and Mosque

city: Qazvin

The above mentioned structure is located in Tabriz Avenue, and is a remnant of the Qajar era, dating back to the year 1231 AH. This cubical shaped structure is of two storeys. The ... MORE

The above mentioned structure is located in Tabriz Avenue, and is a remnant of the Qajar era, dating back to the year 1231 AH. This cubical shaped structure is of two storeys. The cornices of which are made of stone, though the structure itself has been constructed of brick. Thence adorned with colored ...

Bid Abad School
in Shahrood City

Bid Abad School

city: Shahrood

The same has been constructed by sun baked bricks and is a relic from the Qajar dynasty. The courtyard of the same has been repaired. MORE

The same has been constructed by sun baked bricks and is a relic from the Qajar dynasty. The courtyard of the same has been repaired.

Other Old Schools in Yazd
in Yazd City

Other Old Schools in Yazd

city: Yazd

Among other old schools of Yazd province are: Abul-Ma'ali, Hosseinieh, Do Menar, Qiyem, Abdul Rahim Khan (new school) Kamalieh, Mullah Esmaeil,. Imam Khomeini, Merkar, Zia'iyeh ... MORE

Among other old schools of Yazd province are: Abul-Ma'ali, Hosseinieh, Do Menar, Qiyem, Abdul Rahim Khan (new school) Kamalieh, Mullah Esmaeil,. Imam Khomeini, Merkar, Zia'iyeh (Alexander Prison), and Mosalla Schools.

Talebieh School
in Tabriz City

Talebieh School

city: Tabriz

Also known as: Madreseye Talebieh, Taalebie School (Persian: مدرسه طالبیه) This school is near the Jame' Mosque of Tabriz and is a relic from the 11th century AH. built by Haj ... MORE

Also known as: Madreseye Talebieh, Taalebie School (Persian: مدرسه طالبیه) This school is near the Jame' Mosque of Tabriz and is a relic from the 11th century AH. built by Haj Talib Khan Tabrizy.

Akbarieh School
in Tabriz City

Akbarieh School

city: Tabriz

Madrasah Akbarieh or Akbryeh School was an old school in Tabriz related to the Qajar period. This building made by "Mirza Ali Akbar Khan" a Prominent Translator and Secretary of the ... MORE

Madrasah Akbarieh or Akbryeh School was an old school in Tabriz related to the Qajar period. This building made by "Mirza Ali Akbar Khan" a Prominent Translator and Secretary of the Russian Consulate. This two floor building located near Tomb of Saheb-ol Amr.

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