Imamzadeh

Imamzadeh

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The word is also used to refer to a shrine that is specific to Shi'a Islam and in which the Imamzadeh is buried.

These are honored in respect of the Shia Imams, who are venerated in popular Shia tradition.

These shrines attract many visitors and pilgrims for Ziyarat, and are scattered in many numbers throughout the Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan.

They usually exhibit exquisite architecture and craftsmanship in their interiors.

A typical example: Imamzadeh Saleh

ee also

* Islam
* Shia Imams
* Mausoleum
* Sayyed
* Iranian architecture
* Ziyarat
* Ziyaret


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