Title

Iranian architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionEncompassing a diverse range of styles across Iranian history, known for its emphasis on geometric patterns, monumental scale, and the use of materials like brick and stucco.
Also Known As
Parthian Sanctuary Architecture with Indian Religious
Ritual Influences
Indian Temple Architecture
Mithraic Traditions
Indo-Iranian Religious Practices
Parthian Architecture
Indian Cosmological Concepts
Tags
Iwan
Dome
Minaret
Geometric
Persian
Style ID
INHF-STY-4947620404-18:34:37:15:02:25:IAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/iranian-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/iranian-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

Regions

Regions
Iran
Central Asia
Persia

Historical Context

Time Periods
Ancient-Present
Dynasties
Achaemenid
Parthian
Sasanian
Safavid

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Mosques
Temples
Fire temples

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Brick
Stone
Stucco
Tile
Architectural Features
Iwan
Minaret
Dome
Geometric patterns

Keywords

Keywords
Iwan
Dome
Minaret
Geometric
Persian

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Mehter Tepe Balkan Turkmenistan
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Brick
Stone
Stucco
Tile

Related Features

Iwan
Minaret
Dome
Geometric patterns

How to Identify Iranian architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Iwan, Minaret, Dome.
  2. Verify geographic location: Iranian architecture style architecture is typically found in Iran and Central Asia.
  3. Examine construction materials: Iranian architecture style typically uses Brick and Stone.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from Ancient-Present.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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