Take A Peek Inside Iran’s Captivating Mosques

Iran’s ancient architectural wonders have always caught the fancy of architecture lovers around the world. With colourful mosaics and intricate, detailed designs, the mosques and complexes of this ancient civilisation are the subject of 25-year-old architectural photographer Mohammad Domiri’s mesmerizing images.

Taking panoramic shots of the interiors of numerous mosques, Domiri illustrates the stunning features of the buildings in his homeland from the perspective of an artist using a fisheye lens. “I like looking for symmetry, mosaics and artworks in these temples,” he says speaking to Daily Mail. “I like how they let the light come inside, and the columns are special too as they divide the interior space and give some depth.”

The strict rules and code of conduct heavily restricts photography inside such historical structures, which makes Domiri’s images even more alluring and rare; “Maybe some of these historical sites will not exist in 20 years or change a lot during that time...When I am capturing these pictures, I think about how they will be recorded, and in the future I hope people will be able to see their beauty,” he said.

Geometric patterns, stained-glass windows and detailed tile work on domed ceiling--Domiri spends hours researching different building before he decides the subject of his next photograph. From the incredible Nasir Al-Mulk mosque to the bewitching music hall of the Ali Qapu palace, we’ve posted below some of our favourite photographs taken by Domiri.