The official religion of Iran is Islam , mainly of Shi’ ite sect, although there are many Sunnis.Iran also has minority groups of Zoroastrians, Jews, Armenians, Assyrians, Catholics and Protestants, all of which are respected.
The mosques of Iran are an architectural treat, exemplifying the Iranian' s love of beauty and his aesthetic consciousness. Large in scale and superb in harmony, they feature fine domes, exquisite tile-work and mosaic faience in glowing blues, whites and golds.Masterpieces can be seen in Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz , Mashad ,and Qom.
