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Ganja Imamzade Complex. Photo by Ludvig14.

Top 10 Fascinating Facts about Imamzadeh Mausoleum

Imamzadeh Mausoleum is located about 7 kilometers north of Ganja and it is one of Azerbaijan鈥檚 most significant religious sites. The Mausoleum was built in many different stages beginning from the 8^th century just above the grave of the son to the 5^th Shiite Imam known as Muhammed al-Baqir.

The structure also contains small mosques, funerary monuments as well as walls with entrances.  Over the years the grave developed to become a mausoleum and later on, a magnificent complex.

The complex was completely restored between 2010 and 2016 and it was decorated with beautiful floral and pea patterns. The complex has been beautifully restored with its original structural materials intact in the restored structure.

The mausoleum is considered very sacred to the residents and they do not recommend open or short clothes. Imamzadeh Mausoleum is one place that you can鈥檛 miss to visit upon touring Azerbaijan and experience the ancient unique architectural designs. 

Below are the top ten fascinating facts about Imamzadeh Mausoleum

1. Mohammad al-Baqir is Considered the most Scared Personality in the Mausoleum

The inscriptions that are found in the interior of the complex, show that Muhammad was the most scared of Shiite Islam. His sons escaped from the motherland and moved to Azerbaijan to escape persecution from the ruling circles.

The Islam prophets were under great persecution and after they went to Ganja; they were killed by their enemies. The two Imams killed were buried and a mausoleum was erected over their graves.

2. Imamzadeh Mausoleum Under Went First Major Restoration in 15^th and 16^th Century

Ganja Imamzade Complex. Photo by Ludvig14. Wikimedia Commons

Since it鈥檚 begun its construction in the 8^th century the structure underwent several destructions. The major restoration of the complex took place between the 15^th and the 16^th century and was a result of the strengthening of the Shiite.

The complex was particularly given special attention through the incorporation of religious attributes as well as new craftsmanship.

The restoration brought in a wonderful architectural design that is still a masterpiece of ancient works.

3. Imamzadeh Mausoleum Last Restoration Occurred Between 2010 and 2016

Imamzadeh Mausoleum underwent the last restoration between 2010 and 2016 which has seen the structure taking the modern style of architecture. The restoration and reconstruction also incorporated the repair of the Ganja-Zazali road which lay to the complex.

A total of 31 manats had been aside for the reconstruction of the Imamzadeh Mausoleum and about 17 million manats for the road reconstruction.

4. Imamzadeh Mausoleum Began as a Simple Grave in the Early Middle Ages

Imamzadeh Mausoleum, Ganja, Azerbaijan. Photo by Ludvig14.

Although the magnificent Imamzadeh Mausoleum is very popular for its history and architecture, it began just as a simple grave. Within a short period, the grave turned into a huge complex as a result of the construction of a Mausoleum on it.

As a result of the increased significance, the mausoleum incorporated a sanctuary. This brought in new craftsmanship and modern architectural elements. The Mausoleum is currently the major monument of the complex.

5. The Interior of the Imamzadeh Mausoleum is an Alluring Wonderland

The interior of the magnificent Imamzadeh Mausoleum is one of its kind considering the beautiful decorations. The central part of the dome inside the monument has been decorated with floral elements as well as drawings of a symbolic characteristic peacock.

The central dome also differs from the others in terms of dimensions and structure. This dome is also very distinct due to the elegant design features that it contains and it is also known as the 鈥淚mam Ibrahim dome鈥�.

6. The Dome is the Most Prominent Part of the Imamzadeh Mausoleum

Ganja Imamzade Complex. Photo by Ludvig 14.

In the entire Imamzadeh Mausoleum, the dome is considered the most prominent due to its magnificent appearance. It also has a beautiful cylindrical body which has been decorated using colorful green and blue tiles.

During the decoration of the front part of the dome, the blue times have been majorly used. It is also possible to find some of the greenish tiles which have been added to the ancient monument.

7. L.S. Bretanitski was the First to Carry Out Research in Imamzadeh Mausoleum

Although several research have been carried out in the Imamzadeh Mausoleum, L.S. Bretanitski was the first to do the research. He is also the author of the book 鈥淎zerbaijan Architecture鈥� in 1952.

The book contains a lot of information concerning the history of the ancient monument bin Ganja. However, he had recorded a different century from when the monument was established since he had not seen the inscriptions on the Mausoleum.

8. Imamzadeh Mausoleum is a Sacred Place for the Residents

Imamzadeh Mausoleum might have begun as a simple graveyard but currently, it has a significant spiritual value to the residents. This is the place where the residents of Azerbaijan meet to pray and they consider the place very sacred.

There is a separate place for both men and women to pray and it also hosts a school or madrassah. As you enter into the premises you have to take off your shoes but they allow people to take pictures.

9. Imamzadeh Mausoleum is a Major Tourist Attraction Site

Ganja Imamzade Complex. Photo by Ludvig14.

The eye-catching Imamzadeh Mausoleum is a major tourist attraction in the area, especially in interior and exterior beauty. The dome that is beautifully decorated is very captivating to see.

It also contains a lot of history, particularly the architectural designs from ancient times. However, it is not wheelchair accessible but one has to climb a few stairs. It does not take more than 30 minutes to tour the entire complex.

10. The Monument is a Historic Site

Imamzadeh Mausoleum is one of the most significant historic sites considering its massive history. The monument is especially very rich in history from its architectural construction.

It also has several ancient materials that the losses can study to understand how the area came about to be. There is also an entire book about the history of Imamzadeh Mausoleum that was recorded by the first researcher.

Imamzadeh Mausoleum is a place to be especially for people who love to explore and do some research about the history of different regions. The monument is one of its kind in the region from its structure to the beauty it contains particularly in the interior.