The Mausoleum of Baba Qassem

Entrance

The tomb of Baba Qassem is situated beside the busy intersection between Khiaban-e-Ibn Sina and Khiaban-e-Allameh Majlesi. Its polyhedral tent dome, which is probably of 19th century origin, is clearly visible from the traffic lights at present, although when we were there in 1993 construction was taking place in front of it.. The Mausoleum is clearly of great age and Pope has suggested a Seljuk origin for it, although the current reconstruction dates from 1340 according to the inscription over the portal.

Extensive reconstruction appears to have taken place under the Safavids, and the upper inscription refers to reconstruction in 1644 undertaken by a local greengrocer.

The remains of the mehrab inside the mausoleum are impressive and there is a magnificent vaulted roof, which probably dates from the 14th century and foreshadows the more exotic developments of the 15th century. The mausoleum is generally locked but in 1993 the key could be obtained from the small shop on the right.

Doorway Examine the interior.

Up Arrow West along Khiaban-e-Ibn Sina to the tomb of Shahshahan.

Right Arrow North to Bagh-e-Kush Khana.

Down Arrow East to Monar-e-Sareban.

Left Arrow South along Khiaban-e-Allameh Majlesi to Masjed-e-Jomeh.

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03-February-95