Iranian Mosque | |
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المسجد الشيعي الإيراني | |
![]() Exterior of the Iranian Mosque
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Basic information | |
Location | Bur Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
Geographic coordinates | 25°15′49.4″N 55°17′38.8″E / 25.263722°N 55.294111°E |
Affiliation | Shia Islam |
Country | United Arab Emirates |
Architectural description | |
Architectural type | Mosque |
Architectural style | Persian |
The Iranian Mosque (also known as the Ali ibn Abi Talib Iranian Mosque) is a Shia mosque located near the old Textile Souk in the Bur Dubai district of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
The mosque is inspired by Persian architecture and is notable for its colourful exterior and interior. It features a facade and onion dome marked with extensive Persian faience tilework, and an azure blue background featured in floral patterns.Islamic calligraphy from the Quran is inscribed in rosettes, amidst swirls in colours of green, yellow, red and white. The mosque has its origins among the city's Iranian community.
There is another Iranian Mosque in Satwa inspired by similar elements.