This Sunlit Mosque In Southern Iran Is A Kaleidoscope Of Colour

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Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque in the city of Shiraz, Iran, is famous for its kaleidoscopic colours.

Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque in the city of Shiraz, Iran, is famous for its kaleidoscopic colours.

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot / Via HotSpot

Ramin Rahmani Nejad Asil, the Iranian photographer behind these images, told HotSpot Media: "Many locals believe that this is the most exquisite mosque in the world, and I have never seen anything like it.

"Seeing the mosque in different lights can completely change the appearance of the rooms. The light tends to reflect off the mosaic tiles. It's simply beautiful.”

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot / Via HotSpot

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot / Via HotSpot

"Whenever I go to this mosque, I find myself entranced by a world of colour, light and beautiful architectural delicacies," the 30-year-old photographer said.

"In addition to incorporating coloured glass windows into its distinctive design, the mosque features perfectly designed arches, spires and sculptures throughout. I always try to capture the incredible symmetry and perspective in the architecture.

"Playing with the different lights, colours and reflections can produce some spectacular images. It has been estimated that around 300,000 people visit the mosque per year, both to pray and admire the design."

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot / Via HotSpot

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot

Ramin Rahmani Nejad / HotSpot / Via HotSpot

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