A Spiritual & Religious Tour From the Fire Temple to the Mosque in Tehran
- ThemeArchitecture/ Religious and Epic
- CodeIRRS22
- Duration2 hr(s)
- Best TimeSPRING | AUTUMN
Visiting the Armenian church of Saint Sarkis, built in 1970;
Visiting the fire temple of Zoroastrians, built in 1914;
Visiting the synagogue of the Jews in Tehran, dating 1913;
Visiting the qajarid mosque in Grand Bazaar of Tehran, completed in 19th century.
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Four Religions Within a Frame: from the Fire Temple to the Mosque
A trip to the old district of Tehran can make a perfect image of religious diversity. Here you can find Muslim, Zoroastrian, Christian, and Jewish religious centers, almost in a walking distance from each other. This small journey will take you from the glorious Qajarid Mosque to the beautiful white cathedral, the century old synagogue, and finally the serene fire temple. Remember to pray in each sanctuary for the fulfillment of the long-held dream of religious freedom and unity.
Highlights
Duration : 30 mins
Point Type: STARTING
This cathedral is named after the Armenian saint, Sarkis, who was a commander in the Roman Empire. In the Sassanid era, Shapour II appointed Sarkis as a general of his army since he was famous for being a skilled commander. Later, Saint Sarkis showed his opposition to Zoroastrianism in the Sassanid court, and began preaching Christianity. To punish this act of treachery, the king killed Sarkis's son before his eyes and then executed him. A day is dedicated to Saint Sarkis in the calendar of Armenian Church.
The church is 36.5 m long and 17.8 m wide, erected on a low platform without t...
Duration : 30 mins
Point Type: STOP OVER
(Adorian Fire Temple)
This 19th-century fire temple is a 1300 sqm area, holding a 260 sqm building. Adrian fire temple also known as Adorian fire temple was founded in 1913 with the financial help of Indian and Iranian Zoroastrians. This Qajarid fire temple is used for special rituals and occasions such as wedding ceremonies and memorials. The façade is decorated with fine brickwork and a marble inscription in the hands of two angels which reads: “For the Pleasure of Ahura Mazda”. When you enter the courtyard, a big pool is facing the building, resembling the typical architectural plan of the fire temples in 5 MIN(S) BY WALKING
Duration : 30 mins
Point Type: STOP OVER
Judaism is the second oldest religion still practiced in Iran. Jews were the inhabitants of Iran since the time of Cyrus the Great. A great number of the Jews who stayed in Iran live in Tehran and the rest of the population is scattered in Isfahan, Shiraz and other cities. The is a two-storey building built after the constitutional revolution of Iran in 1913 when Jews appointed their own agen...
Duration : 30 mins
Point Type: ENDING
Shah Mosque (Tehran)
Throughout the Muslim world, mosques are of great religious significance. In addition, they display the rich Islamic architecture, boosting the intricate tile-work, calligraphy, stucco, and other decorative arts. Among the mosques which were built during the Qajar era, a number of them are known as Sultani (royal) mosques or Shah mosques. These constructions were built in different cities, like Boroujerd, Tehran, Qazvin, Semnan etc, by the order of Fath-Ali Shah (the second Qajarid king) to co...
Important Information
Cost Info
- Saint Sarkis Cathedralfree
- Adrian Fire Temple 2 €
- Haim Synagogue
- Shah Mosque of Tehranfree
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- Transportation Type
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Additional Info
In “Siy-e Tir” street, you can experience a food Carnival of mobile kiosks and food carts
A nostalgic café, “Gole Rezaiyeh” just a few steps up the museum, across the street invites you to have a delicious lunch (7:30 AM to 10:30 PM for breakfast, and from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for lunch with pre-reservation).
