Italian Photographer Portrays Use of Science and Math in Persian Architecture

Italian photographer Massimo Rumi spent a month travelling around the breathtaking ancient mosques and bazaars of Iran, and took stunning photos of Islamic buildings, which show how Persian architects used science and math in their works.

According to a report by IFP, these stunning images show how a photographer spent a month exploring Iran to understand the science and mathematics behind the ‘divine beauty’ of Islamic buildings.

After reading an article about the use of specific ratios and geometry in Persian architecture, Massimo Rumi was fixated on the idea of travelling from his home country of Italy to Iran.

He took his trip in November 2016 and only intended it to be 10 days long, however the ease of travel in Iran and friendliness of the locals, made him choose to stay longer, Daily Mail reported.

During this time, the photographer visited the oldest and most breathtaking mosques and bazaars in the world.

He said, ”Visiting Iran was always in my mind, not only to admire the incredible mix of colours and geometric patterns of many Iranian buildings, but also to learn more about one of the oldest civilisations to ever exist in this world.”

“The holy grail of Persian architecture are Isfahan and Shiraz, but everywhere you go you find something that will surprise and amaze you.”

Here are his wonderful photos of Persian architecture:

The photographer is not only keen to show the world the beauty of Iran, but also erase any negativity surrounding the country. Pictured is an old door in Abyaneh Village
The Nasir al-Mulk Mosque in Shiraz, also called the Pink Mosque, is a masterpiece of geometry, patterns and design with stunning colours
As well as having a colourful floor, the ceiling of the Nasir al-Mulk mosque is just as bright with a mixture of pink, purple, orange and blue
Brightly coloured tiles adorn the pillars inside a mosque in Iran that caught the attention of photographer Massimo Rumi
The exterior of tahe mosque is just as stunning and Mr Rumi extended his stay in Iran in order to explore the buildings more
Mr Rumi took his trip in November 2016 and only intended it to be 10 days long, however the ease of travel in Iran and friendliness of the locals, made him choose to stay longer
Persian architects used geometry and specific ratios in order to design the ceiling of this mosque in Iran which is adorned with various shapes
Shah Cheragh, a funerary monument and mosque in Shiraz, Iran, housing the tomb of the brothers Ahmad and Muhammad, sons of seventh Shiite Imam Musa al-Kadhim and brothers of eighth Shiite Imam Ali ar-Ridha. It became celebrated pilgrimage centres in the 14th century.more
Persian architects also had to bear in mind the acoustics when designing the roof for the Ali Qapu Palace in Iran
Mr Rumi visited Iran's mosques, inlcuding the Jameh Mosque, pictured, in the early mornings to appreciate their breathtaking beauty without any people around
Small tiles that are blue, orange, yellow and green in colour have been used to stunning effect inside the Ali Qapu Palace in Iran
Fatemeh Askarieh

Fatemeh Askarieh is an Iranian journalist working on a range of fields including culture, art, lifestyle, cultural heritage, and tourism. She has been working with the Iran Front Page (IFP) Media Group for 10 years, and is currently the head of the Art and Lifestyle Department.

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