Religious sites in Tehran County

Significant Religious Sites

Tehran’s religious landscape features architectural landmarks like the Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine in Rey and the historic Imamzadeh Yahya in the Oudlajan district. This collection highlights significant spiritual hubs, from the influential Jamaran Husseiniya to the traditional Tekyeh Tajrish. These sites showcase intricate Persian tilework, mirrored halls, and centuries-old mausoleums that remain central to the city's cultural and spiritual identity.

Significant Religious Sites — Map

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Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine

The Shāh Abdol-Azīm Shrine, also known as Shabdolazim, located in Rey, Iran, contains the tomb of ‘Abdul ‘Adhīm ibn ‘Abdillāh al-Hasanī.

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Shah Abdol-Azim Shrine

The Shāh Abdol-Azīm Shrine, also known as Shabdolazim, located in Rey, Iran, contains the tomb of ‘Abdul ‘Adhīm ibn ‘Abdillāh al-Hasanī.

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Amamzadh yhyy

Historic Shia shrine in Tehran's Oudlajan district dating back to 895 AH. It features a distinctive conical dome and a centuries-old plane tree on its grounds.

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Husayniah Jamaran

Jamaran Hussainiya was the house of Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in Jamaran village.

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Amamzadh qasm

Ancient shrine located in the Shemiran district, housing the tomb of a descendant of Imam Hassan.

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Tkyh tjrysh

Historic religious mourning hall adjacent to the Tajrish Bazaar, famous for its traditional architecture and hosting major Muharram ceremonies.

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Amamzadgan ynly w zynly

Mausoleum and shrine in the Punak neighborhood, featuring a peaceful courtyard and traditional mirror work.

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Msjd amam hsyn ()

Mosque dedicated to Imam Hossein, serving as a center for prayer and community gatherings.

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Amamzadh abwalhsn

Historic shrine in the Rey region, known for its spiritual significance and traditional Persian religious design.

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Ali Akbar Mosque

Local mosque and place of worship dedicated to Ali Akbar ibn Husayn.

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Hsynyh qmr bny hashm

Religious hall used for Shia mourning ceremonies and communal prayers.

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Hsynyh chhardh mswm

Shia religious center dedicated to the Fourteen Infallibles.

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Msjd mwsy abn jfr

Local mosque named after the seventh Shia Imam, Musa al-Kadhim.

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Msjd

Local mosque and place of worship.

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Msjd

Local mosque and place of worship.

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Msjd

Local mosque and place of worship.

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Msjd

Local mosque and place of worship.

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Msjd

Local mosque and place of worship.

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Msjd alzhra zynbyh

Mosque and religious center dedicated to Fatimah al-Zahra and Zaynab bint Ali.

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Msjd khatm alanbya

Mosque named in honor of the Prophet Muhammad.

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