Imam Mosque Dome, a photo from Esfahan, East

Photographer's Note

The main attraction of Imam Mosque (completed in 1638) is the main dome of its prayer hall. It’s a double cupola 38 meters high on the inside and 52 meters on the outside leaving a 12 meter empty space which serves as an extraordinary " echo chamber". Consequently the speaker in the mehrab (alter) can be distinctly heard in all other parts of the mosque. In the center of the great prayer hall there are few black paving stones underneath the dome, which stamped upon create seven clear echoes. The photo shows people gathered around these stones. For more info you may visit http://www.iranaccess.com/iraninfo/tourismattract/masjedimam.htm

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orme (7219) 2003-11-12 1:26

A wonderful shot. Magnificent architecture with elaborate designs. Thank you for sharing this photo on TE.

ornis (1271) 2003-11-12 2:58

Even if this shot is not perfect (upper cut too short and lack of sharpness), it shows an impressive mosque entrance and it's rich colors. Exposure is good, as it is not easy to get a good balance in such a range of light. Interesting notes.

kourosh (2346) 2003-11-12 7:58

good angle and framing. the details of the walls however have not come out sharply.
your notes are useful as always.