DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2663-4619/120/83-86
Fazil Humbatli
Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction
https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2791-6311
fazil@fontanagrande.com
The History and Architectural Features of the Blue Mosque in Iravan
Abstract
The Blue Mosque in Yerevan is a prominent monument of Islamic architecture from the Persian era, constructed between 1760 and 1765 under the rule of Huseyn Ali Khan of the Iravan Khanate. Serving as a central religious, educational and social institution for the Muslim community, it reflects the historical and cultural interactions between Azerbaijan and Iran. The mosque is notable for its Persian-style design, including a courtyard, arcaded galleries, a richly decorated dome, and intricate blue brickwork. Despite periods of functional change during Russian and Soviet rule, the mosque has been restored and continues to serve both as a place of worship and a cultural landmark. This study examines the historical background and architectural characteristics of the Blue Mosque, emphasizing its significance in the cultural heritage of Iravan.
Keywords: Blue Mosque, Iravan, Islamic architecture, Persian era, cultural heritage, brickwork, Iravan Khanate