Imam Mosque, Semnan

Imam Mosque of Semnan
مسجد امام (سمنان)
The mosque in 2018. Colorful jānamāz surround the sahn
Religion
AffiliationIslam
Ecclesiastical or organizational statusMosque
StatusActive
Location
LocationEmam Street, Semnan, Semnan Province
CountryIran
Location of the mosque in Iran
Geographic coordinates35°33′59″N 53°24′3″E / 35.56639°N 53.40083°E / 35.56639; 53.40083
Architecture
TypeMosque architecture
StyleQajar
FounderShah Abbas I
Groundbreaking1612 CE
Completed1324 AH (1906/1907 CE)
Specifications
Dome(s)c.40 (maybe more, most small)
InscriptionsTwo (maybe more)
MaterialsBricks; plaster; tiles; marble
Official nameImam Mosque of Semnan
TypeBuilt
Designated20 June 1936
Reference no.257
Conservation organizationCultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran

The Imam Mosque of Semnan (Persian: مسجد امام (سمنان), romanized: Masji-e Emam; Arabic: مسجد الإمام (سمنان)), also known as the Imam Khomeini Mosque and the Soltani Mosque, is a mosque located in the city of Semnan, in the province of Semnan, Iran.

Commenced in 1612 CE and completed in 1324 AH (1906/1907 CE), during the Qajar era, the mosque is a magnificent example of architecture, stone carving, and tile work in Iran, with a majesty and splendour that places it among the world's greatest buildings. The mosque was added to the Iran National Heritage List on 20 June 1936, administered by the Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization of Iran.