Aminiha Hosseiniyeh
One of the Qazvin's royal houses was constructed by Haj Mohammad Reza Amini, a wealthy merchant, that is located on the west side of Dezej River is called Aminiha Hosseiniyeh. It was built in 1275 Hijri calendar. A historic hosseiniyeh, that is built in 1858 and it is comprises 16 interconnected structures.
Description
This religious building is considered one of the famous attractions of the Qajar era with a gorgeous architectural style. This hosseiniyeh is a section of a large house, which today only this part remains. Several years after construction of this building, Haj Mohammad Reza Amini devoted the house to religious ceremonies in Muharram and Ramadan months for feeding the poor.
You will see a different style and eye-catching details such as colorful glasses in Aminiha Hosseiniyeh and also there is old niches (an architectural element like a vault). The courtyard garden is a pleasant place to linger after being dazzled by the mirrored, glittery interior, with its coloured glass windows and vaulted basement.
Architecture
It was designed in two floors and surrounded by four courtyards. Within the building, three halls are located alongside each other which are stretched from east to west of the house. These halls are separated by astonishing mirror designed Orosi, which creates a beautiful covered area. During the time of religious ceremonies, these Orosies are lifted and these three halls form like a gigantic hall. In the middle of each, magnificent chandeliers are to be seen. Carpets of the house are of antique and seamless kinds. Once being inside this hall, you will feel like kings and royalties. This hussainiya is a museum all by itself. The ceiling of the hall is a collection of artistic masterpieces. It is covered by drawings and stucco and wooden carved pieces. The walls are decorated with mirrors and colorful glasses and windows. Underneath of it are vast empty spaces, cellars, chambers and pantries.