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Vernacular Mosque and Semi-nomadic Architectural Tradition in the Hawraman Area of Iran

Namsub Choi 1

1서울대학교 건설환경종합연구소

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ABSTRACT

This study investigates the monumental characteristics of vernacular mosques in the Hawraman area of Iran, where semi-nomadic communities have adapted the mountainous architectural tradition to Islamic forms. It examines the historical context surrounding the construction of the mosques, identifies the distinctive characteristics of the permanent and temporary roof types used seasonally and regionally by the semi- nomadic people, and focuses on permanently roofed mosques as well, which express their inward authority through the decoration of the wooden columns and capitals in the prayer space that was expanded to accommodate the religious facilities. Additionally, this research explores the exclusive use of mosques in the winter quarters where collective labor was utilized, and highlights the architectural significance of these mosques in merging Islamic principles with the local monumental traditions of large- scale public buildings.

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This paper was written with support from the National Research Foundation of Korea.