Housed within the historic Saheb ul-Amr Mosque, the Tabriz Quran and Inscription Museum offers a priceless collection of Islamic manuscripts, Qurans, and Persian calligraphy, providing visitors with a unique glimpse into Iran’s religious and artistic heritage.
Originally called the Shah Tahmasb Mosque, the Saheb ul-Amr Mosque dates back to the 17th-century Safavid era, during the reign of Shah Tahmasb. Over the centuries, it endured significant damage from an Ottoman invasion and several earthquakes, but it was rebuilt each time with care. In 2001, parts of the mosque were repurposed to establish the Tabriz Quran and Inscription Museum, preserving both the building and its religious artifacts.
Saheb ul-Amr Mosque is among Tabriz’s oldest mosques, distinguished by its dome and minarets, intricate brickwork, and elegant plaster and calligraphy decorations.
The museum houses a rich array of Islamic manuscripts, including Qurans from various historical periods. Visitors can also admire pottery inscribed with Quranic verses, ancient writing tools, and calligraphy works by renowned Persian artists, reflecting the region’s deep artistic and spiritual traditions.
The Tabriz Quran and Inscription Museum welcomes visitors:
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. daily
A visit offers a remarkable opportunity to explore centuries of Islamic art, Persian calligraphy, and religious devotion within the serene and historic setting of Saheb ul-Amr Mosque.
For authoritative information about the Tabriz Quran and Inscription Museum, visit its official page on the ICRO website.
