Imam Khomeini Mosque

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    south of Golestan Palace, Bazar-e Masjed-e Jameh, Tehran Bazar Area
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Lonely Planet review

Tehran has surprisingly few interesting mosques and mausoleums but one that's well-worth visiting is the Imam Khomeini Mosque (Shah Mosque). This is very much a working mosque, one of the largest and busiest in Tehran. The building itself, though dating from the early 18th century, is not the attraction; rather, you come here to see Islam in action.

Since the courtyard is not cut off from the surrounding area and hundreds of people crisscross it on their way to and from the bazaar, it's no problem for non-Muslims to stand and watch the faithful performing their ablutions and praying.