A masterpiece of Islamic architecture, Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in Shiraz dating back to the Qajar period (1789-1925). It was built by the order of Mirza Hassan Ali Khan Nasir al-Mulk, the son of the rulers of Persia during the time.

Every year, during the fasting month of Ramadan Qur’an recitation campaigns are held in mosques across Iran. The following images show a communal Qur’an recitation in Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in the city of Shiraz, Fars province.