In this article, we will explore in detail the impact of Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini on our modern society. Since its appearance, Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini has captured the attention of experts and the general public, generating debate, controversy and endless conflicting opinions. We will delve into its history, analyze its relevance in the current context and discuss possible future scenarios. Without a doubt, Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini has left a deep mark on our lives, and understanding its influence is crucial to understanding the world around us. Read on to find out everything you need to know about Mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini.
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Location | Tehran, Iran |
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Designer | Parviz Moayyed |
Type | Mausoleum |
Beginning date | 19 July 1989 |
Completion date | 2021 |
Dedicated to | Ruhollah Khomeini |
Website | www |
The mausoleum of Ruhollah Khomeini (Persian: آرامگاه روحالله خمینی) houses the tombs of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, his wife Khadijeh Saqafi, and his second son Ahmad Khomeini; and some political figures, such as former President Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, former Vice President Hassan Habibi, Lieutenant General Ali Sayad Shirazi, Iranian Revolution figure Sadeq Tabatabaei, and MP Marzieh Hadidchi. The mausoleum is located to the south of Tehran in the Behesht-e Zahra (Paradise of Zahra) cemetery. Construction commenced in 1989 following Khomeini's death on June 3 of that year. It is still under construction, but when completed will be the centerpiece in a complex spread over 20 square kilometres (4,900 acres), housing a cultural and tourist center, a university for Islamic studies, a seminary, a shopping mall, and a 20,000-car parking lot. The Iranian government has reportedly devoted 2 billion US dollars to this development.
The site is a place of pilgrimage for followers of Khomeini. It is used symbolically by government figures, and is on occasion visited by foreign dignitaries. Every year, Khomeini's death anniversary is marked on 4 June at the mausoleum in a ceremony that is attended by governmental officials, foreign ambassadors, and others. Khomeini's grandson Ayatollah Seyyed Hassan Khomeini is in charge of caring for the mausoleum.
The architect of the tomb was Mohammed Tehrani. The exterior of the shrine complex is a highly recognizable landmark. It has a gold dome sitting on a high drum, surrounded by four free-standing minarets. The shrine is surrounded by a large rectangular plaza which has been designed to hold vast numbers of visitors. With its size, inclusion of a qibla wall and a maqsura, the tomb resembles a mosque, but has been called an Hussainia.
Non-Muslims are allowed inside the complex.
On June 20, 2009, a suicide bomb attack occurred near the site of the Mausoleum, in which the attacker was killed and three pilgrims were injured, according to state media.
On June 7, 2017, the mausoleum was attacked by three gunmen while a suicide bomber detonated a bomb at the mausoleum. One female militant attacker was captured. Government officials later claimed to have thwarted a third attack. One person died and five people were injured. Others attacked the parliament building at the same time.