Nasir al-Mulk mosque
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Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Nasir ol molk) is a traditional mosque in Shiraz, Iran.
Located near the famous Vakeel Bazaar, it was built during the Qajar era, and is still in use, although protected by Nasir al Mulk's Endowment Foundation. It was built by the order of Mirza Hasan Ali Nasir al Molk, one of the lords of the Qajar Dynasty, in 1876 and was finished in 1888.
 Inside view |
 Courtyard view |
 Detailed ceiling tile-work. |
 Proper lighting and usage of thick natural local materials and provides cool interiors during hot summers. |
 South Arcade of mosque. |
 Example of glasswork craftsmanship of the interiors. |
 View of ceiling and a "panj kaseh-i". |
 Another manifestation of color. |
It extensively uses colored glass in its facade, and displays other traditional elements such as panj kāseh-i in its design.
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